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ArticleArthroscopy techniques2023

Acute Dislocation of the Elbow: An All-Arthroscopic Repair of the Lateral Ligament Complex.

Francisco Martínez Martínez, Celia Martínez García, Antonio García López, Vicente J León-Muñoz, Fernando Santonja Medina

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Francisco Martínez MartínezDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Murcia, Spain.
Celia Martínez GarcíaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Murcia, Spain.
Antonio García LópezDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital General Universitario Dr. Balmis, Alicante, Spain.
Vicente J León-MuñozDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital General Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain.
Fernando Santonja MedinaDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Murcia, Spain.

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Abstract

The elbow is one of the most commonly dislocated joints. While conservative management is frequently performed for simple elbow dislocations, the importance of primary surgical treatment is still undetermined. However, promising results have been reached after surgical repair. We propose an arthroscopic surgical repair of the lateral ligament complex (LCL), performed with a horizontal suture and 2 Fibertak Knotless implants (Arthrex) placed on the LCL origin, one anterior and the other posterior. Operative treatment should be performed in patients with moderate and gross elbow laxity to avoid post-traumatic sequelae and decrease revision rates. Arthroscopic techniques create fewer complications. This procedure allows one to address intra-articular elbow joint pathology with less chance of wound complications and the ability to use bone anchors if desired.

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PMCPMC10628172

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