[Prosthetic radial head for type III Masson fractures].
BACKGROUND
The treatment of type III Masson radius head fractures is variable; there is not a clear solution.


METHODS
This study addresses the course of patients treated with radius head replacement for type III Masson fractures at ISSEMYM Medical Center, Ecatepec, Mexico.


RESULTS
Four male patients were included; mean age was 34.5 years (range 28-41). The mechanism of injury was direct contusion; 3 of the elbows were left (75%) and one was right (25%). A bipolar uncemented prosthesis was used. According to Broberg and Morrey functional assessment criteria, patients had an excellent course. The mean time elapsed after surgery is 13 months.


CONCLUSIONS
We concluded that the radius head prosthesis for type III Masson fractures is a good alternative. Patients may start rehabilitation right away, unlike what occurs with other surgical techniques.
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Vergara-Fernández
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Cano-Rodríguez
D000328:Adult; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000145:classification* / Q000601:surgery*; D012189:Retrospective Studies