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2019, Number 5

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Acta Ortop Mex 2019; 33 (5)

Complex elbow fracture

Fortis-Olmedo IO, Avalos-Arroyo G, Romo-Rodríguez R

Language: Spanish
References: 11
Page: 329-332
PDF size: 166.88 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Elbow fractures are secondary to low or high energy trauma affecting the distal humerus, olecranon, radial head or a combination of the above. Complex fractures of the elbow complicate the reduction and its subsequent fixation representing a real challenge for the orthopedic surgeon. It is essential the use of diagnostic aids such as computerized axial tomography for diagnosis and subsequent treatment. Currently new trends in the fixation of the same and the various implants with which it is counted, can improve improve the patient’s prognosis. We present two clinical cases of complex elbow fractures treated by osteosynthesis.


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