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ArticleCureus2024

Surgical Management of Radial Head and Proximal Ulna Fractures Without Elbow Dislocation: A Case Report.

Yahya Deniz, Arın Celayir, Hasan Marangoz, Mehmet Fatih Guven

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Article in Cureus, 2024. 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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4 authors.

Yahya DenizOrthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, TUR.
Arın CelayirOrthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, TUR.
Hasan MarangozOrthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, TUR.
Mehmet Fatih GuvenOrthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, TUR.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Fractures involving the proximal ulna and radial head are common injuries that occur in the upper extremity, often resulting from traumatic incidents such as falls or direct impact. The proximal ulna forms the elbow joint with the humerus, while the radial head articulates with both the humerus and the ulna, facilitating forearm rotation. Fractures in these areas can disrupt the stability and function of the elbow joint, leading to pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. Clinically, it is more common to observe a radial head dislocation with a proximal ulna fracture. This fracture is referred to as a Monteggia fracture-dislocation. A radial head fracture and proximal ulna fracture occurring independently are not frequently encountered. In this study, we aim to discuss the surgical intervention performed on a patient with fractures of the proximal ulna and radial head, as well as the postoperative physical therapy follow-up.

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distal radioulnar joint (druj)monteggia's fractureproximal ulna fractureradial head fractureradial head prosthesis

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PMID39744250
PMCPMC11693406

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