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Table 3 Reported clinical indications for pin evaluation

From: Routine evaluation of supracondylar humerus fracture percutaneous pin sites does not decrease complications: a retrospective comparative cohort

Clinical indications for pin evaluation (n = 34)

Concern for infection/wound check*

11 (32.35%)

Worsening pain*

8 (23.53%)

Worsening fever*

3 (8.82%)

Loose splint

5 (14.71%)

Examination for median nerve palsy

1 (2.94%)

Decreased hand sensation

1 (2.94%)

X-ray changes

3 (8.82%)

  1. *Several patients had multiple indications