Olecranon fractures: treatment options

• Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Vol. 8; no. 4; p. 266
• Main Authors: Hak, D J, Golladay, G J
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.07.2000
• Subjects: Biomechanical Phenomena; Bone Plates; Bone Screws; Casts, Surgical; Elbow Joint - injuries; Fracture Fixation, Internal - instrumentation; Fracture Fixation, Internal - methods; Fracture Healing; Fractures, Bone - classification; Fractures, Bone - diagnosis; Fractures, Bone - etiology; Fractures, Bone - therapy; Humans; Patient Selection; Postoperative Care - methods; Range of Motion, Articular; Risk Factors; Treatment Outcome

Fractures of the olecranon process of the ulna typically occur as a result of a motor-vehicle or motorcycle accident, a fall, or assault. Nondisplaced fractures can be treated with a short period of immobilization followed by gradually increasing range of motion. Open reduction and internal fixation...