Presentation
After trauma.
Patient Data
Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Elbow joint dislocation
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X-ray shows dislocation of the left elbow joint. No evidence of bone fracture.
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After 1st reduction maneuver the left elbow joint is still dislocated.
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After the second reduction attempt. This time it is successful.
Case Discussion
This is a case that shows failed treatment of reduction of a dislocation of the elbow joint.