Coronoid Fractures and Varus Posteromedial Rotatory Instability
Coronoid fractures are associated with elbow fracture-dislocations. Fractures involving the anteromedial facet of the coronoid often are associated with a posteromedial rotational instability pattern which requires careful management to avoid persistent and often subtle instability. Although some an...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Operative techniques in orthopaedics 2023-03, Vol.33 (1), p.101024, Article 101024 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Coronoid fractures are associated with elbow fracture-dislocations. Fractures involving the anteromedial facet of the coronoid often are associated with a posteromedial rotational instability pattern which requires careful management to avoid persistent and often subtle instability. Although some anteromedial coronoid fractures may be treated nonoperatively, internal fixation through a medial approach is indicated in most cases. Without a universally accepted treatment algorithm, surgeons should consider the risk of persistent instability when approaching this injury pattern. Fracture morphology, fragment size, and joint congruity, as determined by computed tomography imaging and physical examination, inform clinical decision making. |
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ISSN: | 1048-6666 1558-3848 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.oto.2023.101024 |