Abstract |
A case of post-traumatic proximal radio-ulnar synostosis in a young adult is described. Treatment was by excision of 1 cm of the shaft just below the synostosis and interposition of a radial head silicone implant. The functional result was excellent after 10 years.
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Authors | I R Proubasta, A Lluch |
Journal | International orthopaedics
(Int Orthop)
Vol. 19
Issue 4
Pg. 242-4
( 1995)
ISSN: 0341-2695 [Print] Germany |
PMID | 8557422
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adult
- Arthroplasty
(methods)
- Fracture Fixation
- Humans
- Male
- Prostheses and Implants
- Radiography
- Radius Fractures
(complications, therapy)
- Silicones
- Synostosis
(diagnostic imaging, etiology, surgery)
- Ulna Fractures
(complications, therapy)
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