Congenita radioulnaris synostosis

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Congenital radioulnar synostosis

Synostosis radioulnaris congenita belongs to the atrophic congenital defects of the upper limbs.

Definition and clinical picture[edit | edit source]

  • congenital fusion of the proximal end of the radius and ulna, in some types associated with dislocation of the head of the radius
  • supination is not possible or severely limited

Therapy[edit | edit source]

  • operative therapy does not have good results, it is not recommended


Links[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. KOUDELA, K., et al. Orthopedics. 1st edition. Prague: Karolinum, 2004.  ISBN 80-246-0654-2 .

Category: Orthopedics Category: Pediatrics Category: Genetics

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