Presentation
Fall off bicycle
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Monteggia fracture
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Oblique fracture of the proximal ulna with displacement and angulation. Humeroulnar alignment is normal. The radial head is dislocated posteriorly. Marked soft tissue swelling and joint effusion. Injury pattern in keeping with a Monteggia fracture dislocation.
Case Discussion
Good example of a Monteggia fracture.