A new technique for heterotopic bone resection in burned elbows

Development of heterotopic bone about the elbow in burn patients, although uncommon, is a problem that carries significant morbidity. We describe a new technique for resection of heterotopic bone at the elbow involving an olecranon osteotomy. The timing of surgery depends upon two factors: the quali...

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Published in:Operative techniques in plastic and reconstructive surgery 1997-02, Vol.4 (1), p.49-52
Main Authors: Djurickovic, Slobodan, Meek, Robert N., Snelling, Charles F.T., Carr, Nicholas J.
Format: Article
Language:English
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heterotopic bone
olecranon osteotomy
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Summary:Development of heterotopic bone about the elbow in burn patients, although uncommon, is a problem that carries significant morbidity. We describe a new technique for resection of heterotopic bone at the elbow involving an olecranon osteotomy. The timing of surgery depends upon two factors: the quality of surrounding soft tissues and the presence of ulnar nerve compression.
ISSN:1071-0949
1558-0741
DOI:10.1016/S1071-0949(97)80019-4