Nov 18, 2024 · A Monteggia fracture is defined as a proximal 1/3 ulna fracture with an associated radial head dislocation. Diagnosis is made with forearm and elbow radiographs to check for …

Sep 23, 2024 · It’s important for healthcare providers to recognize a Monteggia fracture because it’s a more complex injury than a typical fracture. It leaves your elbow joint unstable, and it’ll …

Dec 10, 2025 · Monteggia fracture-dislocations consist of a fracture of the ulnar shaft with concomitant dislocation of the radial head. The ulnar fracture is usually obvious, whereas the …

May 10, 2024 · The eponym Monteggia fracture is most precisely used to refer to a dislocation of the proximal radioulnar joint (PRUJ) in association with a forearm fracture, most commonly a …

A Monteggia fracture-dislocation refers to dislocation of the radial head (proximal radioulnar joint) with fracture of the ulna. The Bado classification system (Table 1) describes four types.

Sep 1, 2024 · Monteggia fracture is a complex fracture consisting of a proximal ulna fracture with a dislocation of the radial head. This review article highlights the relevant anatomy, clinical …

This fracture pattern was first described in 1814 by Giovanni Monteggia. They typically occur in children between 4 and 10 years of age after a fall onto an outstretched hand.

In Monteggia fracture-dislocations, the ulnar fracture is associated with a dislocation of the radial head. In most cases, the radial head dislocates anteriorly or laterally; rarely posteriorly.

Unstable fracture-dislocations of the forearm (Monteggia and Galeazzi lesions) Monteggia lesions in children and adults: an analysis of etiology and long-term results of treatment.

A Monteggia fracture is defined as a one-third fracture of the ulna with radial head dislocation [1]. The term is named after Giovanni Battista Monteggia Who described it in 1814 [2].