Bilateral radial head fractures in a woman with trivial trauma.
Radial head fractures are common injuries, occurring in about 20% of all acute elbow injuries. Isolated radial head fractures are not common and include about 2% of all fractures around the elbow. Bilateral radial head fractures are rare and usually associated with severe trauma and associated fractures and dislocations. We report a case of bilateral undisplaced radial head fracture in a woman, following a simple fall. Early recognition, proper management, and physical therapy led to complete recovery and full functional movement of the elbow.
Shariff
Zakir
Z
Department of Orthopaedics, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Blackpool, United Kingdom. zakirshariff@hotmail.com
Patel
Kuntal J
KJ
Elbo
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Guisasola
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D000058:Accidental Falls; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000209:etiology*