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CASE REPORT
Bilateral radial head fractures in a martial arts athlete
Department of Orthopaedics, Withybush NHS Trust, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
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Correspondence to:
Dr Deshmukh, 8 Albert Street, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA61 1TB, UK;
deshmukh_nitin{at}hotmail.com
Isolated radial head fractures, which are rare, comprise about 2% of all fractures around the elbow. A case is reported of bilateral radial head fracture in an international female athlete. Early recognition and aggressive rehabilitation is essential if an abrupt end to a promising sporting career is to be prevented.
Keywords: radial head; elbow; fracture; martial arts
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2 Hand and Upper Limb Surgeon, Melbourne Orthopaedic Group, 33 The Avenue, Windsor, Victoria 3181, Australia
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