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Case Reports
. 2005 Feb;12(1):30-2.
doi: 10.1097/00063110-200502000-00008.

Brachial artery transection associated with closed and open dislocation of the elbow

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Brachial artery transection associated with closed and open dislocation of the elbow

David J Martin et al. Eur J Emerg Med. 2005 Feb.

Abstract

Acute dislocations of the elbow complicated by brachial artery involvement are rare but serious injuries. Rapid assessment and a high index of suspicion are essential to facilitate prompt treatment, as delay in diagnosis is associated with a poorer outcome. We present two cases of brachial artery transection after closed and open dislocation of the elbow, and discuss the appropriate management of such patients.

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