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ArticleJournal of orthopaedic case reports2023

Bilateral Radial Head Fractures in a Young Patient: A Rare and Unique Presentation.

Vipin Sharma, Akshay Sharma, Anuj Kumar, Harshita Udiwal, Kavya Sharma

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Article in Journal of orthopaedic case reports, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Vipin SharmaDepartment of Orthopedics, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Akshay SharmaDepartment of Orthopedics, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Anuj KumarDepartment of Orthopedics, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Harshita UdiwalDepartment of Orthopedics, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Kavya SharmaMM Medical College, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College · IN

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Bilateral radial head fractures are a unique and rare presentation. Few studies are available in the literature documenting these type of injuries. We present a rare case of bilateral radial head fractures (Mason type 1) and managed conservatively with full functional recovery. Case Report: A 20-year-old male sustained bilateral radial head fractures (Mason type 1) following a roadside accident. The patient was managed conservatively with above elbow slab for 2 weeks followed by range of motion exercises. The patient had uneventful follow-up with full range of motion at elbow. Conclusion: Bilateral radial head fractures in a patient are a discreet clinical entity. A high index of suspicion, meticulous history, clinical examination, and appropriate imaging is essential in patients with history of fall on outstretched hands to avoid missing diagnosis. Early diagnosis, proper management, and appropriate physical rehabilitation lead to complete functional recovery.

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Bilateral elbow jointfracture dislocationradial head fractures

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PMCPMC10152934
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