Posterolateral rotatory instability of the elbow: a case report and literature review.
- Author:
Chen YANG
1
;
Wei LI
;
Yu-bao GONG
;
Shu-qiang LI
;
Xin QI
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China.
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- MeSH:
Adult;
Elbow Joint;
physiopathology;
Female;
Humans;
Joint Instability;
complications;
diagnosis;
physiopathology;
surgery;
Magnetic Resonance Imaging;
Shoulder Dislocation;
complications
- From:
Chinese Journal of Traumatology
2010;13(6):380-382
- CountryChina
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Posterolateral rotatory instability of the elbow describes a condition that radial head subluxation or dislocation occurs when forearm rotates externally in relation to humerus. It is difficult to diagnose and treat. We reported a typical case which was confirmed by physical examination and MR images. Ligamentous insufficiency was confirmed under direct vision, and was reconstructed with triceps fascia as described by Gong et al with slight modification. Regain of full function was achieved one year after surgery.
