Garrigues, G E; Patel, M B; Colletti, T P; Weaver, J P; Mallon, W J
Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume,
08/2009, Letnik:
91, Številka:
8
Journal Article
The brachial artery is rarely injured after closed dislocation of the elbow. We describe an unusual variation of this injury, namely, a delayed thrombosis of the brachial artery after a closed dislocation sustained during a low-energy fall. This has not previously been described in the English literature, but may be more common than this suggests. We stress the importance of a thorough neurovascular examination and vigilance in regard to this potentially disastrous complication.
