Screw fixation of the olecranon after fracture or osteotomy.
For 10 years prior to the availability of the Olecranon Screw described in this article, oblique fixation using a regular Sherman bone screw was employed for displaced fractures (with a suitable fragment) by engaging the anterior ulnar cortex. Internal fixation was supplemented by a split for 3 weeks. The reason for a special olecranon screw is to eliminate the necessity for additional fixation and permit early motion. No instance of non-union or important restriction of motion or serious complication has been encountered.
D000328:Adult; D001863:Bone Screws; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010027:Osteotomy; D014457:Ulna / Q000601:surgery*; D014458:Ulna Fractures / Q000601:surgery*