Posterior interosseous nerve paralysis caused by a ganglion at the elbow

1. A case of posterior interosseous nerve palsy from compression in the supinator muscle by what appeared to be a simple ganglion is described. 2. Surgical decompression led to an effective cure. 3. The course of the nerve through this muscle invites compression. 4. Rotation of the forearm, especial...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume 1966-11, Vol.48 (4), p.774-776
Hauptverfasser:	Bowen, T L, Stone, K H
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Elbow Joint - diagnostic imaging Fractures, Ununited - complications Hand Humans Male Middle Aged Paresis - etiology Peripheral Nervous System Diseases - surgery Radiography Synovial Cyst - complications
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Zusammenfassung:	1. A case of posterior interosseous nerve palsy from compression in the supinator muscle by what appeared to be a simple ganglion is described. 2. Surgical decompression led to an effective cure. 3. The course of the nerve through this muscle invites compression. 4. Rotation of the forearm, especially with super-added deformity of the limb, may increase the compresssion.
ISSN:	0301-620X 2044-5377
DOI:	10.1302/0301-620x.48b4.774