Presentation
History of injury to the left elbow due to falling from scaffolding at the workplace, today. Examination: abrasion on the forehead, swelling, and tenders on the left elbow
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Coronoid fracture
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X-ray shows fracture of the coronoid process of the left elbow.
Soft tissue swelling is noted.
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X-ray shows fracture of the coronoid process of the left elbow (long arrow).
Soft tissue swelling with anterior fat pad sign (short arrows).
Case Discussion
Here is a case of coronoid fracture with an anterior fat pad sign is clearly noted.