Arthroscopic reduction with non-fixation for Broberg & Morrey type II radial head fracture with mechanical rotation block: a propensity score-matched case-control study.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

To evaluate arthroscopic reduction without fixation (ARnF) for Broberg & Morrey Type II radial head fractures presenting with a mechanical block to forearm rotation.

Methods

We reviewed 11 patients with Broberg & Morrey Type II radial head fractures and a mechanical rotation block treated with ARnF. Clinical outcomes included elbow range of motion (ROM), the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, and the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score. Outcomes were compared with those of patients who underwent arthroscopic reduction and internal fixation (ARIF) using cannulated screws at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, and 1 year postoperatively.

Results

Eleven patients were included (7 male; mean age 33.6 years). All showed significant postoperative impr

SUBMITTER: Wang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12487719 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature