Proximal radioulnar translocation associated with elbow dislocation and radial neck fracture in child: a case report and review of literature

Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2013 Oct;133(10):1425-9. doi: 10.1007/s00402-013-1820-8. Epub 2013 Jul 25.

Abstract

Proximal radioulnar translocation with radial neck fracture and elbow dislocation is extremely rare. We report a case of a 5-year-old boy who was presented with elbow dislocation, and proximal radioulnar translocation was diagnosed a day after the injury. Mini-open technique was used to reduce the translocation and radial neck fracture. The patient finally regained full range of elbow motion and forearm rotation. This case had clinical importance in that the reverse instability of the elbow was observed compared with the previous reports.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Elbow Injuries*
  • Elbow Joint / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / complications
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnosis*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Radius Fractures / complications
  • Radius Fractures / diagnosis*