title: Divergent pediatric elbow dislocation. A case report.
abstract: A six-year-old boy with divergent elbow dislocation is reported, emphasizing the rarity of this condition. A literature review revealed only three roentgenographically documented divergent elbow dislocations in the pediatric age group. Reduction is usually accomplished with ease; however, a full range of elbow motion and forearm rotation must be obtained to ensure complete reduction of the radiohumeral joint.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232.
authors.forename: J L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Holbrook
authors.forename: N E
authors.initials: NE
authors.lastname: Green
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D013165:Splints; D000092464:Elbow Injuries