Atypical Essex-Lopresti Injury of the Forearm: A Case Report

The Essex-Lopresti injury of the forearm is difficult to diagnose. A missed diagnosis can lead to persistent pain and instability of the wrist. We report a 33-year-old man with a pre-existing cubital varus deformity who sustained an atypical Essex-Lopresti injury after a fall on his elbow. Accurate...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Hwee Weng Hey, Alphonsus Khin Sze Chong, Li Lee Peng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2011-12-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/230949901101900324