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An unusual early complication of fracture. Separation of the distal humeral epiphysis

SummaryA fracture separation of the distal humeral epiphysis, a rare injury can result in an extensive periosteal new bone formation around the humeral metaphysis due to extensive periosteal stripping, if an early and appropriate diagnosis is not established. A case with a rapid bone formation after...

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Published in:European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology 2001-06, Vol.11 (2), p.123-125
Main Authors: Gürkan, I., Bayrakci, K., Uçaner, A., Tasbas, B., Daglar, B., Günel, U.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:SummaryA fracture separation of the distal humeral epiphysis, a rare injury can result in an extensive periosteal new bone formation around the humeral metaphysis due to extensive periosteal stripping, if an early and appropriate diagnosis is not established. A case with a rapid bone formation after such an injury is presented.
ISSN:0948-4817
1633-8065
1432-1068
DOI:10.1007/BF01682491