Surgical techniques of olecranon fractures.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.014.
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Abstract
Olecranon fractures are common upper extremity injuries. The vast majority are treated with operative fixation. Many treatment techniques have been described including tension band and plating. This review covers the most commonly used fixation techniques in detail, including pearls and pitfalls with case examples of both successful treatments and potential complications.
Medical subject headings
- Fractures, Bone
- Olecranon Process
Anatomy
- elbow