Isolated bilateral fractures of the two radial heads - A case report

Berrada, Hamza; Chalouah, Badr; Boueld, Rida; Lahlou, Anas; Bennis, Azzelarab; Zadoug, Omar; Zine, Azel; Benchakroune, Mohamed; Tanane, Mansour; Bouabid, Salim

doi:10.1016/j.visj.2021.101238

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“…Morrey has further refined this classification by adding variables of displacement, articular surface and fracture dislocation – (a) fractures of radial neck, (b) including a quantitative definition of displacement (a fragment involving 30% or more of articular surface that is displaced more than 2 mm), and (c) incorporated fracture-dislocations of the elbow [ 3 ]. Mason type 1 is the injuries frequently reported, while some studies have reported, Mason type 2 and Mason type 3 injuries as a bilateral fracture head radius presentation [ 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 ] ( Table 1 ).…”

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“…Conservative treatment, for example, above elbow slab/pressure bandage or cuff and collar sling for support followed by active mobilization as early as possible is the method of choice for Mason type I fractures [ 8 ]. The shortest the period of immobilization, the best are patient-reported outcome measure scores (PROMs) at follow-up [ 12 ].…”

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Bilateral Radial Head Fractures in a Young Patient: A Rare and Unique Presentation

Sharma¹,

Sharma²,

Kumar³

et al. 2023

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Introduction: Bilateral radial head fractures are a unique and rare presentation. Few studies are available in the literature documenting these type of injuries. We present a rare case of bilateral radial head fractures (Mason type 1) and managed conservatively with full functional recovery. Case Report: A 20-year-old male sustained bilateral radial head fractures (Mason type 1) following a roadside accident. The patient was managed conservatively with above elbow slab for 2 weeks followed by range of motion exercises. The patient had uneventful follow-up with full range of motion at elbow. Conclusion: Bilateral radial head fractures in a patient are a discreet clinical entity. A high index of suspicion, meticulous history, clinical examination, and appropriate imaging is essential in patients with history of fall on outstretched hands to avoid missing diagnosis. Early diagnosis, proper management, and appropriate physical rehabilitation lead to complete functional recovery. Keywords: Bilateral elbow joint, fracture dislocation, radial head fractures.

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