Avulsion of the medial epicondyle after ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction: imaging of a rare throwing injury.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The objective of this article is to report and describe the clinical and imaging features of an avulsion fracture of the medial epicondyle after ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction. Avulsion fracture of the medial epicondyle is a rare complication of UCL reconstruction with distinct radiographic and MRI findings.
Medical subject headings
- Baseball
- Collateral Ligaments
- Elbow Joint
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Ulna Fractures