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. 2002 Feb;18(1):77-85, vi.
doi: 10.1016/s0749-0712(02)00005-7.

Evaluating and treating the stiff elbow

Dimitris G Vardakas  1 , Sokratis E Varitimidis, Felix Goebel, Molly T Vogt, Dean G Sotereanos
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Evaluating and treating the stiff elbow

Dimitris G Vardakas et al. Hand Clin. 2002 Feb.

Abstract

The evaluation and treatment of the stiff elbow are described, as well as the lateral, medial, anterior, and posterior approaches for release of elbow contractures. The results after surgical release in 48 patients that failed nonoperative treatment for elbow contractures in our institution are reported. A literature review is provided.

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