During open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of a Mason-Johnston Type II radial head fracture, the surgeon plans to use headless compression screws. To minimize the risk of hardware impingement against the capitellum or ulna during forearm rota

The area that does not articulate with the capitellum or the lesser sigmoid notch of the ulna throughout the full arc of forearm rotation

A 42-year-old female presents to the emergency department after a high-energy fall, sustaining a posterior elbow dislocation, a comminuted radial head fracture (Mason-Johnston Type IV), and a coronoid process fracture. After successful closed reducti

Lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL)

A 68-year-old female sustains a fall, resulting in a Mason-Johnston Type II radial head fracture. Radiographs, as shown below, demonstrate a single displaced fragment involving 35% of the articular surface with a 3mm step-off. Clinically, she has a p

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)

A 29-year-old male presents with a radial head fracture after a motorcycle accident. Initial radiographs are shown below. While the elbow appears stable, the surgeon is concerned about potential associated injuries that are frequently missed in the i

Distal radio-ulnar joint (DRUJ) instability

A 45-year-old male undergoes open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of a Mason-Johnston Type II radial head fracture. Two weeks post-operatively, he complains of persistent elbow pain, stiffness, and crepitus, particularly with forearm rotation,

Hardware prominence and impingement

A 32-year-old female presents with a Mason-Johnston Type I radial head fracture after a low-energy fall. Radiographs, as shown below, reveal a non-displaced crack in the radial head with no articular step-off. On examination, she has mild pain but fu

Sling immobilization for 1 week followed by early active range of motion

What is the primary role of the radial head in the biomechanics and stability of the elbow and forearm?

To act as a secondary stabilizer against valgus stress and to provide longitudinal stability to the forearm

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This ABOS Part I Comprehensive Review module offers 30 advanced multiple-choice questions mirroring ABOS and AAOS OITE exams. It focuses on high-yield clinical cases covering radial head and distal humerus fractures, along with flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) tendon injuries like Jersey finger, providing essential preparation for orthopedic board certification.

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