Reconstruction Techniques for Fractures of the Proximal Ulna and Radial Head

• Published in: Essential Techniques in Elbow Surgery pp. 59 - 86
• Main Authors: McLean, James M., Athwal, George S., Daneshvar, Parham
• Format: Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland Springer International Publishing AG 2016; Springer International Publishing
• Subjects: Arthroplasty; Coronoid; Fracture; Olecranon; Orthopaedics & fractures; Radial head

The decision to operate on an elbow fracture is variable and is dependent on several factors. Careful consideration should be given to patients with multiple comorbidities, a high risk of non-compliance and patients in whom the procedure is unlikely to meet their expectations. Surgery is generally r...