Brachial artery transection associated with closed and open dislocation of the elbow

Eur J Emerg Med. 2005 Feb;12(1):30-2. doi: 10.1097/00063110-200502000-00008.

Abstract

Acute dislocations of the elbow complicated by brachial artery involvement are rare but serious injuries. Rapid assessment and a high index of suspicion are essential to facilitate prompt treatment, as delay in diagnosis is associated with a poorer outcome. We present two cases of brachial artery transection after closed and open dislocation of the elbow, and discuss the appropriate management of such patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Angiography
  • Arm Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Arm Injuries / therapy*
  • Brachial Artery / diagnostic imaging
  • Brachial Artery / injuries*
  • Brachial Artery / surgery
  • Elbow Injuries*
  • Elbow Joint / diagnostic imaging
  • Elbow Joint / surgery
  • Emergency Medicine / methods
  • Fracture Fixation / methods
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / complications*
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery
  • Male
  • Treatment Outcome