title: Fractures of the radial head in adults with the complication "cubitus valgus".
abstract: Cubitus valgus is a well-known complication of fracture of the bones of the elbow in childhood, but it is an uncommon deformity in adults. Three adult patients are presented, in each of whom cubitus valgus developed as a complication of a fracture and resection of the radial head. The importance of reestablishing the integrity of the ligaments of the elbow following severe injuries to the elbow is stressed.
authors.forename: C J
authors.initials: CJ
authors.lastname: Sutro
authors.forename: W H
authors.initials: WH
authors.lastname: Sutro
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004550:Elbow / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D008022:Ligaments / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D000092464:Elbow Injuries