Ellenbogenluxationsfrakturen

Abstract

The treatment of complex elbow dislocation fractures is a challenge to both the treating surgeon as well as to the patient due to the complex bony and soft tissue anatomy of the joint. In order to establish an expedient treatment algorithm, all osseous and ligamentous injuries need to be thoroughly assessed. Furthermore, a detailed knowledge of the joint-stabilizing structures, practicable surgical approaches as well as the possible techniques for fracture fixation and/or arthroplasty are essential to facilitate early rehabilitation of the elbow and avoid injury-related complications. Any unnecessary delay in treatment of this complex injury can result in posttraumatic functional disorders, recurrent instability and secondary arthrosis. In conclusion, the goals of surgical treatment must be the correct restoration of the joint anatomy and stability as the prerequisites for any successful treatment of elbow fracture dislocations in order to enable early motion of the joint.

The simulation of terrible triad injuries in fresh-frozen human cadaveric specimens with intact soft tissue envelope

“…Virtual reality simulations, synthetic bone preparations and formalin-fixed or fresh-frozen human cadaveric specimens provide opportunities for surgical training [ 1 ]. Dislocation fractures of the elbow are highly demanding to the surgeon and are frequently associated with complications such as stiffness, recurrent joint instabilities, neuropathies of the ulnar nerve, and implant-associated issues [ 2 , 3 ]. Improved surgical training beyond the operating room might be of help to counteract this.…”