title: Olecranon fractures.
abstract: Olecranon fractures are common injuries of the upper extremity; majority are treated surgically. A variety of fixation techniques are available to surgeons in modern practice, but there is little comparative clinical research to guide one's decision. Nonetheless, good results over all are to be expected after surgical management. This article presents a review of the current understanding and available evidence in the treatment of olecranon fractures, their relevant anatomy, fracture patterns, fixation options, and outcomes.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC 20007, USA.
authors: Nicolai
authors: N
authors: Baecher
authors: Scott
authors: S
authors: Edwards
mesh_terms: D001860:Bone Plates; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D017102:Fracture Healing / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D057072:Intra-Articular Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000517:prevention & control; D008297:Male; D056740:Olecranon Process / Q000293:injuries*; D010147:Pain Measurement; D011859:Radiography; D020127:Recovery of Function; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014458:Ulna Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D000092464:Elbow Injuries