%0 Journal Article
%T Neglected Dislocation of the Elbow: About 8 Cases and Review of Literature
%A Mohamed Fahsi
%A Hamza Benameur
%A Otmane Hiba
%A Marwane Abouchane
%A Rachid Aitmouha
%A Mohamed Moujtahid
%A Ahmed Reda Haddoun
%A Mohamed Nechad
%J Open Access Library Journal
%V 2
%N 11
%P 1-5
%@ 2333-9721
%D 2015
%I Open Access Library
%R 10.4236/oalib.1102066
%X The authors report eight cases of neglected dislocations of the elbow. The
fracture-dislocations were included in our series. All patients benefited from a
surgical reduction. In five cases, an internal fixation by K-wires was necessary.
All patients benefited from physical therapy after removal of osteosynthesis material.
After a mean follow-up of 20 months, we noted 50% of satisfactory functional results
according to Mayo Elbow Performance Score. Neglected dislocations of elbow remain
a rather frequent entity in developing countries. Its main cause is the negligence
of patients and the recourse to traditional treatment. The prognosis of this injury
remains reserved.
%K Neglected
%K Dislocation
%K Elbow
%K Stiffness
%K Review
%U http://www.oalib.com/paper/3151761