Monteggia type I equivalent lesion: diaphyseal ulna and proximal radius fracture with a posterior elbow dislocation in a child.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A rare type I equivalent Monteggia lesion in a child, diaphyseal ulna and proximal radius fracture with a posterior elbow dislocation, is described, as well as the probable mechanism of injury. An excellent result was obtained with nonoperative treatment.
Medical subject headings
- Joint Dislocations
- Monteggia's Fracture
- Radius Fractures
- Elbow Injuries
Anatomy
- elbow
- radius
- ulna