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Review
. 2008 Feb;24(1):9-25.
doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2007.11.013.

Complications related to simple dislocations of the elbow

Benjamin D Martin  1 , John A Johansen, Scott G Edwards
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Review

Complications related to simple dislocations of the elbow

Benjamin D Martin et al. Hand Clin. 2008 Feb.

Abstract

Simple elbow dislocations may present complications that are anything but simple. Although occurring less frequently, these complications are identical to those associated with more complex fracture-dislocations: contracture, heterotopic ossification, Essex-Lopresti injury, neurovascular injury, and residual instability. Each complication is discussed, including strategies for prevention, evaluation, and treatment.

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