olecranon fracture Flashcards
1
Q
what causes it?
A
falling onto elbow
2
Q
what is the pathophysiology?
A
olecranon is site of insertion of triceps tendon - responsible for extension of elbow
3
Q
what are the symptoms?
A
pain well localised to posterior elbow
4
Q
what are the signs?
A
palpable defect indicates displaced fracture/severe comminution
inability to extend elbow indicates discontinuity of triceps mechanism
5
Q
what is the elbow unable to do?
A
extension
6
Q
what investigations are used?
A
x-ray - AP and lateral
CT - if needed pre-op planning
7
Q
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