Bilateral olecranon epiphyseal fracture non-union in a competitive athlete.
Olecranon epiphyseal stress fractures and epiphyseal non-unions have been described in throwing athletes, weight lifters and gymnasts. We present a case in which bilateral olecranon epiphyseal fractures were diagnosed in a competitive NCAA Division One wrestler who presented with chronic elbow pain. Given the rigors and physical demands of collegiate wrestling, we present a novel technique for open reduction internal fixation, grafting and supplementation with BMP for accelerated healing and return to competition.
Department of Orthopedics, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA. randvclark66@hotmail.com
Randy R
RR
Clark
Todd O
TO
McKinley
D019485:Bone Morphogenetic Proteins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D016025:Bone Transplantation / Q000379:methods; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods; D015775:Fractures, Stress / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D056740:Olecranon Process / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D011859:Radiography; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014952:Wrestling; D055815:Young Adult
D019485:Bone Morphogenetic Proteins