Complex elbow fracture-dislocations – what factors are associated with a poor post-operative outcome?

ConclusionIn most cases, good post-operative functional results can be achieved using standardized treatment protocols. However, complication and revision rates remain high. Patients older than 70 years of age or with a BMI over 35  kg/m2 are at risk for an inferior outcome and require close follow-up monitoring.
Source: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research