American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Clinical Practice Guideline on Treatment of Pediatric Diaphyseal Femur Fracture

Abstract

Summary of Recommendations The following is a summary of the recommendations in the AAOS’ clinical practice guideline, The Treatment of Pediatric Diaphyseal Femur Fractures (PDFF). This summary does not contain rationales that explain how and why these recommendations were developed nor does it contain the evidence supporting these recommendations. All readers of this summary are strongly urged to consult the full guideline and evidence report for this information. We are confident that those who read the full guideline and evidence report will also see that the recommendations were developed using systematic evidence-based processes designed to combat bias, enhance transparency, and promote reproducibility. This summary of recommendations is not intended to stand alone. 1. We recommend that children younger than thirty-six months with a diaphyseal femur fracture be evaluated for child abuse. 2. Treatment with a Pavlik harness or a spica cast are options for infants six months and younger with …