Mayo classification of olecranon fractures

Last revised by Leonardo Lustosa on 1 Jun 2022

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Citation:

Lustosa L, Mayo classification of olecranon fractures. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 25 Apr 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-98278

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-98278

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https://radiopaedia.org/articles/98278

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98278

Article created:

19 Mar 2022, Leonardo Lustosa ◉

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Last revised:

1 Jun 2022, Leonardo Lustosa ◉

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Musculoskeletal, Trauma

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mayo classification of olecranon fractures, olecranon, olecranon fractures, classification, mayo classification, elbow

Synonyms:

Mayo classification (olecranon)

The Mayo classification of olecranon fractures is one of the most frequently used classification systems when assessing olecranon fractures.

The Mayo classification can be used to aid in treatment choice. Mayo type II and III fractures usually require operative treatment.

Classification

The Mayo classification system accounts for fracture displacement and elbow stability, being divided into three types. These groups are subdivided regarding whether there is comminution or not. These characteristics allow for a good indication of treatment and prognosis.

Type I

type IA: undisplaced non-comminuted
type IB: undisplaced comminuted

Type II

type IIA: displaced non-comminuted
type IIB: displaced comminuted

Type III

type IIIA: unstable non-comminuted
type IIIB: unstable comminuted

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