MONTEGGIA AND GALEAZZI FRACTURES Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Isolated fracture of one forearm bone with a subluxation / dislocation of the other at the wrist or the elbow
2
Q
Mnemonic to remember each
A
Fracture of
Ulna is called
Monteggia when at the
Elbow, the other bone (radius) is dislocated
3
Q
Management
A
Attempt reduction
Long arm posterior splint
Requires Operative Management
