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Plain radiographs of left forearm, showing a dislocation of the radial head and a segmental displaced ulna shaft fracture (Monteggia fracture-dislocation type 1) associated with a radial styloid fracture
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This radiological finding, also called Monteggia fracture-dislocation type 1, was associated with a radial styloid fracture (Figure 1).
Postoperative radiographs showing a good reduction of the fracture but persistent anterior dislocation of the radial head
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Postoperative radiography in the operating room showed a good reduction of the Ulna fracture but persistent anterior dislocation of the radial head (Figure 2).
Peroperative photo showing anterior dislocation of the radial head and complete tear of lateral collateral ligament
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We revealed a radial head which had buttonholed through the capsule, associated with a ruptured annular ligament (Figure 3).
The radial head was reduced and the lateral collateral ligament was repaired
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The radial head was reduced and then the lateral collateral ligament was repaired (Figure 4).
Satisfactory range of motion 2 years later
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At 2 years follow up, the patient have a satisfactory range of motion (Figure 5) and the radiographs showed an anatomical position of the radial head and the fractures were consolidated in good alignment (Figure 6, Figure 7).
Radiographs obtained 2 years later showing an anatomical position of the radial head and the fracture was healed in good alignment
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At 2 years follow up, the patient have a satisfactory range of motion (Figure 5) and the radiographs showed an anatomical position of the radial head and the fractures were consolidated in good alignment (Figure 6, Figure 7).
Radiographs obtained 2 years later showing a consolidated fracture of the radial styloid
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At 2 years follow up, the patient have a satisfactory range of motion (Figure 5) and the radiographs showed an anatomical position of the radial head and the fractures were consolidated in good alignment (Figure 6, Figure 7).