Brachial artery disruption after closed posterior dislocation of the elbow
Thomas, P.J.; Noellert, R.C.
American Journal of Orthopedics 24(7): 558-560
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 1078-4519 PMID: 7552152 Document Number: 451473
The incidence of neurovascular compromise after closed posterior elbow dislocation is extremely rare. Early diagnosis and treatment is imperative. This case report describes the diagnosis and treatment of a wrestler who sustained a closed posterior elbow dislocation with transection of the brachial artery.
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