Presentation
Fall onto outstretched hand.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Elbow dislocation - lateral
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Lateral dislocation of the elbow joint without major anterior/posterior displacement. Small bone fragment adjacent to the distal humeral articular surface but no large fracture.
Case Discussion
Pure lateral dislocations of the elbow are rare, posterolateral dislocations are more common.
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