Controversies in Fractures of the Proximal Ulna.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ocl.2016.08.011.
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Abstract
The olecranon process, coronoid process, and greater sigmoid notch are important components of the complex proximal ulna. Along with providing bony stability to the ulnohumeral joint, the proximal ulna serves as the attachment site of many important muscles and ligaments that impart soft tissue stability to the elbow joint. Management of proximal ulnar fractures continues to evolve as advances in imaging and anatomic and biomechanical studies have led to improvements in available implants; however, controversies remain, as shown in the current relevant literature.
Medical subject headings
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Olecranon Process
- Ulna Fractures
Anatomy
- ulna
- elbow