Neglected Posterolateral Dislocation Of Elbow With Neurodeficit: A Case Report

Abstract

"Neglected posterior dislocation of the elbow" is described as an untreated traumatic posterior dislocation of the elbow joint that has
been untreated for 3 weeks or more. Around 90% of these are of the posterolateral variety. In emerging and underdeveloped countries,
these are far more widespread. Patients report with a distorted, stiff, and painful elbow that makes it difficult to perform daily activities.
The clinical presentation resembles that of a malunited supracondylar elbow fracture. Radiography is generally used to confirm the
diagnosis. Before undergoing surgery, a CT or MRI scan is recommended to provide extra information. Because of the severe soft
tissue contractures, ligamentous insufficiencies, and fibrosis, as well as the possibility of accompanying nerve injuries, myositis
ossificans, non-compliant patients, and the necessity for long-term postoperative physiotherapy, treatment is difficult. The goal of
surgical treatment is for the elbow to be painless, stable, and flexible, with a congruent joint space. We reported a case of 55-year-old
woman presented to the Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital (AVBRH) with complaints of inability to flex the elbow, inability to
make a fist, and tingling feelings in all five fingers on the left side, which had been bothering her for two months.