TITLE:
Elbow Dislocation in Children: About Two Cases and Review of the Literature
AUTHORS:
Nyanit Bob Dorcas, Atangana Cédric Paterson, Mantho Fopa Pauline, Kouna TsalaIrène Nadine, Mvouni Bob Thérèse Raissa, Bekima King Francis, Ateaze Chrisantus, Dikongue Diwondi Audrey, Ndongo Réné, Akoa Manga Ismael, Evoni Molo Tatiana, Choupo Guetchuin Stéphane, Handy Eone Daniel
KEYWORDS:
Elbow Dislocation, Child, Diagnosis, Treatment, Limited Resources
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Pediatrics,
Vol.14 No.2,
February
2,
2024
ABSTRACT: Background: Elbow dislocations in
pediatric patients are rare injuries. This is a
therapeutic emergency because a delay in treatment can have disastrous consequences
on the functional level of the upper limb. Objective: To
present the management of elbow
dislocation in children in cases of limited resources. Presentation
of the Cases: These were 2 older male children aged 7 and 9 years old,
admitted to the emergency room for painful functional impotence of the right
elbow after a fall and landing on the right hand. Clinical and radiological examinations were in favor of posterior
elbow dislocations. The reductions were carried out under sedation and
immobilization in Jersey. According to
Robert’s criteria, the functional result was excellent in both patients. Conclusion: Emergency reduction and immobilization whatever the means
ensure an excellent functional prognosis even in cases of limited resources.