Abstract
The fixation of olecranon fractures with intramedullary olecranon nails has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment option that may result in decreased soft-tissue irritation. Proper positioning of the patient during this procedure allows for improved access to the fracture and increased accessibility for fluoroscopy. Reduce and provisionally hold the fracture following a limited periosteal elevation. The olecranon is then reamed, and the intramedullary nail is inserted. Place proximal interlocking screws using the targeting system. Close the wound with subdermal sutures and either staples or interrupted nylon horizontal mattress sutures. A total of twenty-eight patients with unstable olecranon fractures were treated with intramedullary olecranon nailing in our series, and union was achieved in all patients by eight weeks.IndicationsContraindicationsPitfalls & Challenges.
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