Ipsilateral radial head dislocation and radial shaft fracture. A case report.

Simpson, J M; Andreshak, T G; Patel, A; Jackson, W T · Clin Orthop Relat Res · 1991

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Dislocation of the radial head in an adult is an uncommon injury. The mechanism of injury is considered to be due to hyperpronation of the forearm. Fracture-dislocations of the forearm are well described and involve both the radius and the ulna. A dislocation of the head of the radius with an ipsilateral fracture of the shaft of the radius seems not to have been reported; the mechanism of injury can only be postulated.

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Anatomy