Type IV Monteggia-equivalent fracture in an adult: a case report

A Monteggia fracture is a proximal ulnar fracture with proximal radioulnar ligamentous instability. While there is no precise definition, Monteggia-equivalent fractures are generally considered Monteggia fractures accompanied by radial head fractures. These are rare. In this study, we report a rare...

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Published in:Clinics in shoulder and elbow 2023, Vol.26 (2), p.205-207
Main Authors: Yousef Fallah, Behnam Baghianimoghadam, Salar Baghbani, Amirhosein Karim
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Language:Korean
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Summary:A Monteggia fracture is a proximal ulnar fracture with proximal radioulnar ligamentous instability. While there is no precise definition, Monteggia-equivalent fractures are generally considered Monteggia fractures accompanied by radial head fractures. These are rare. In this study, we report a rare variation of a Bado type IV Monteggia-equivalent lesion (fracture of proximal ulnar shaft, proximal radial shaft, and radial head) and its management.
ISSN:2383-8337
2288-8721