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Review
. 2014 Aug;39(8):1606-14.
doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.05.014.

Surgical techniques of olecranon fractures

James A Wilkerson  1 , Melvin P Rosenwasser  2
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Review

Surgical techniques of olecranon fractures

James A Wilkerson et al. J Hand Surg Am. 2014 Aug.

Abstract

Olecranon fractures are common upper extremity injuries. The vast majority are treated with operative fixation. Many treatment techniques have been described including tension band and plating. This review covers the most commonly used fixation techniques in detail, including pearls and pitfalls with case examples of both successful treatments and potential complications.

Keywords: Elbow; fractures; olecranon; techniques; tension band.

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