Presentation
Injury of the right elbow sustained during a fall.
Patient Data
Age: 25 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Radial head fracture
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In the laterolateral radiograph of the right elbow, the prominent anterior and posterior fat pad signs are the most striking abnormalities, while the subtle, minimally displaced fracture visible at the posterior aspect of the radial head (see key image) requires careful scrutiny.
Case Discussion
Typical presentation of a minimally displaced radial head fracture.