Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jul 2008
Case ReportsCompression of the deep branch of the ulnar nerve in Guyon's canal by a ganglion: two cases.
Ulnar nerve compression at the wrist can be caused by a variety of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Isolated compression of only the deep branch of ulnar nerve by a ganglion is very uncommon. Ultrasound examination can clearly show the cystic lesion compressing the nerves. ⋯ Whilst compression by a ganglion in the Guyon's canal is rare but well recognized, a feature of both of our cases was the rapid progression and severe nature of the compressive symptoms and signs. This is in contrast to the more typical features of compressive neuropathy and should alert the clinician to the possible underlying cause of compression. Early decompression has the potential to promote a complete recovery.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jul 2008
Case ReportsChronic post-traumatic radial head dislocation associated with dissociation of distal radio-ulnar joint: a case report.
We present an unusual case of an isolated interosseous membrane disruption of the forearm without any fracture pattern. Dislocation of both radial head and distal radio-ulnar joint was presented. Open reduction of the radial head with radial neck shortening osteotomy was performed.