title: Simple posterior elbow dislocation and brachial artery transection.
abstract: We report the uncommon occurrence of a complete brachial artery transection following simple posterior dislocation of the elbow, successfully managed by cephalic vein interposition grafting. This case together with a review of the literature was conducted with the aim of highlighting important issues regarding the diagnosis, management and prognosis of this rare complication.
authors.affiliation: RAMC, Department of Vascular Surgery, Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor, UK.
authors.forename: L G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: Thomas
authors.forename: D T
authors.initials: DT
authors.lastname: Williams
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001916:Brachial Artery / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D011859:Radiography; D014680:Veins / Q000637:transplantation*; D000092464:Elbow Injuries