Osteochondritis dissecans of the capitellum in fraternal twins: case report.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2008.05.008.
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Abstract
The etiology of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the capitellum is unknown but has generally been attributed to repetitive microtrauma or ischemia. We present a case report of fraternal twins with OCD lesions in their nondominant arms without a known history of repetitive injury to the elbow. This report provides evidence to support the idea of genetic predisposition for OCD lesions.
Medical subject headings
- Elbow Joint
- Joint Loose Bodies
- Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Twins, Dizygotic
Anatomy
- elbow