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The interference of distal humeral plating with the medial and lateral collateral ligaments of the elbow
The aim of the present study was to determine the anatomical relationship and evaluate the potential interference of today’s common distal humerus plates with the medial and lateral collateral ligaments of the...
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Arterial supply of the distal humerus
Distal humeral fractures are rare, but severe injuries, the treatment of which is often accompanied by serious complications and its outcome strongly depends on the quality of surgical therapy. Non-union is a ...
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Midterm functional outcome after dorsal capsular imbrication for posttraumatic instability of the distal radioulnar joint
The dorsal capsular imbrication of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) which was performed because of posttraumatic dorsal instability showed promising functional results after the first postoperative years. Th...
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Graft diameter does not influence primary stability of ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction of the elbow
Ulnar collateral ligament insufficiency may result in medial elbow pain, instability, and reduced athletic performance in throwing athletes. Several reconstruction methods have been described, but biomechanica...
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The course of the median and radial nerve across the elbow: an anatomic study
Nerve transection has been described as complication of arthroscopic elbow arthrolysis. Therefore, the goal of this study was to define bony landmarks for intraoperative orientation regarding the location of t...
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Do the radial head prosthesis components fit with the anatomical structures of the proximal radioulnar joint?
The fitting accuracy of radial head components has been investigated in the capitulo-radial joint, and reduced contact after prosthetic replacement of the radial head has been observed. The kinematics of the p...
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Anatomic relations between the lateral collateral ligament and the radial head: implications for arthroscopic resection of the synovial fold of the elbow
The purpose of this study was to determine the anatomic relationship between the radial head and the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) and when the LCL would be at risk of iatrogenic injury during arthroscopi...
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Radial nerve location at the posterior aspect of the humerus: an anatomic study of 100 specimens
Radial neuropathy represents a devastating complication in a posterior approach to the distal humerus. This study aimed to propose “safe zones” regarding the radial nerve (RN) location at the posterior aspect...
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Open AccessIs the distal radioulnar variance useful for identification of radial head prosthesis overlengthening? A cadaver study
Overlengthening by radial head prosthetic replacement leads to insufficient functionality and increased capitellar wear. It has been shown that in monopolar prostheses, the radial overlengthening by an overstu...
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The cortical irregularity in the transition zone of the radial head and neck: a reliable radiographic sign of an occult radial head fracture
Exclusion or detection of non-displaced radial head fractures can be difficult in radiographs, because they might lack conclusive radiographic signs, such as fracture lines or distracted articular fragments. B...
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Nerve supply of the subscapularis during anterior shoulder surgery: definition of a potential risk area
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the position of the subscapular nerves relative to surgical landmarks during exposure and to analyze the pattern of innervation of the subscapularis to avoid injury dur...
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Reconstruction of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament of the elbow: a comparative biomechanical study
Posterolateral rotatory instability (PLRI) of the elbow is the result of an insufficient lateral collateral ligament complex (LCLC). Single-bundle reconstruction of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL...
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Annular ligament reconstruction with the superficial head of the brachialis: surgical technique and biomechanical evaluation
The purpose of this study was to perform biomechanical testing of annular ligament (AL) reconstruction using the superficial head of the brachialis tendon (SHBT) as a distally based tendon graft. We hypothesiz...
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Radial shortening osteotomy reduces radiocapitellar contact pressures while preserving valgus stability of the elbow
Shortening osteotomy of the proximal radius might represent a potential salvage procedure in symptomatic radiocapitellar osteoarthritis, which could decrease radiocapitellar load while preserving the native ra...
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Reply to the letter to the editor: shortening osteotomy of the proximal radius
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Rehabilitation nach Totalendoprothese des Ellenbogengelenks
Die Anzahl der durchgeführten Implantationen von Ellenbogentotalendoprothesen ist zwischen 1993 und 2007 um mehr als das 2,5-Fache angestiegen. Das Outcome nach Endoprothetik des Ellenbogens ist nicht nur vom ...
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Rehabilitation of elbow fractures and dislocations
Elbow fractures and dislocations cause injury to important stabilizing structures and require specific treatment in order to regain functionality of the elbow joint. Regardless of whether surgical or non-surgi...
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New Insights in Diagnosis and Treatment of Distal Biceps Pathology
Biceps brachii is composed of two separate heads and is innervated by a branch of the musculocutaneous nerve [1]. The proximal tendon of the long head is attached to the supraglenoid tubercle, and the proximal...
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Arthroskopisch assistierte Frakturversorgung am Ellenbogen
Die arthroskopisch assistierte Osteosynthese von ausgewählten Frakturen des Ellenbogengelenks stellt eine potentielle Alternative zum offenen Vorgehen dar. Die Arthroskopie bietet die Vorteile einer minimal-in...
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Instabilitätsrelevante Anatomie des Ellenbogens
Die Kenntnis der Anatomie des Ellenbogengelenks ist entscheidend für Diagnostik und Behandlung der Instabilität am Ellenbogen.
