title: Assessment and decision making in the unstable elbow: management of simple dislocations.
abstract: Simple elbow dislocations are usually treated conservatively. Radiographs are negative in simple dislocations. Results are generally good, although a small percentage of patients may develop chronic instability. Ligamentous repair can be indicated in high demand patients or if the elbow remains unstable following a closed reduction. Chronic instability is classified per their direction. Surgery is often indicated in the chronically unstable elbow.
authors.affiliation: Monica Hospital, Deurne, Antwerp, Belgium; University of Antwerp, Belgium.
authors.forename: Roger P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: van Riet
keywords: elbow; instability; ligament