Traumatic ulnar nerve dislocation: an unusual entity
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https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20223458Keywords:
Ulnar nerve, Dislocation, TraumaticAbstract
Ulnar nerve dislocation is defined as abnormal movement of the ulnar nerve at the elbow joint. This dislocation has been reported in 16% of asymptomatic arms. However, posttraumatic ulnar nerve subluxation remains a rare clinical entity. We present a unique case of posttraumatic ulnar nerve dislocation and describe clinical characteristics and etiology of this injury and how it was managed.
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