Presentation
History of fall from a height of about 1 metre, the patient hit his right elbow forcefully against the ground, on local examination: tenderness at the posterior aspect of the right elbow, 1cm lacerated wound.
Patient Data
Age: 45 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Subcutaneous emphysema
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No fracture or dislocation is seen.
Soft tissue shadows appear swollen, showing subcutaneous radiolucent areas at the posterior aspect of the elbow joint ( subcutaneous emphysema).
Case Discussion
The patient was referred to the General Hospital, for the necessary procedure.
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