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Fracture (capitellar)

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Capitellar fracture may be caused by injury to the lateral side of the elbow. Occasionally the fracture also passes through the notch of the trochlea.

A capitellar fracture may be difficult to reduce. An operation is essential if a closed manipulation fails.


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