Elbow Injuries

Elbow injuries include a spectrum from dislocations to complex fracture-dislocations and can involve multiple anatomic stabilizers, particularly in adults.

Common elbow injuries include radial head fractures, olecranon fractures, and terrible triad injuries (elbow dislocation + radial head + coronoid fracture). Stability assessment after reduction is crucial. Radial head arthroplasty or fixation, ligament repair, and early motion protocols are often employed. Pediatric injuries like lateral condyle fractures or medial epicondyle avulsions also demand careful management. Neurovascular exam is essential due to proximity of the ulnar and median nerves and the brachial artery.

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