J Korean Shoulder Elbow Soc.
2009 Dec;12(2):264-270.
Complications after Trauma Around the Elbow Joint
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- 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyung Pook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea. jeonchoi@chol.com
Abstract
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The elbow joint is one of the most stable joints. Dislocation and fracture can occur in elbow joint most commonly next to shoulder joint. Various injuries can occur according to generated mechanism, age of patient and impact. Despite proper treatment, various complications can occur.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
We describe etiology and treatment of these complications after elbow trauma such as stiffness, instability and heterotopic ossification.
RESULTS
AND CONCLUSION: Malunion, nonunion and traumatic arthritis are addressed as a possible complication after fracture around elbow joint.
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