Ultrasound evaluation of the ulnar collateral ligament of the elbow: Which method is most reproducible?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00256-017-2656-z
Abstract: IntroductionThe ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) is an important medial stabilizer of the elbow, particularly in overhead-throwing athletes. However, there is no universally accepted method for evaluating UCL thickness with ultrasound (US).ObjectiveTo assess reproducibility of previously… read more here.
Keywords: technique; modified technique; ulnar collateral; method ... See more keywords
Sexual dimorphism in the anatomy of the ulnar collateral thumb ligament
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DOI: 10.1007/s00508-019-1483-8
Abstract: SummaryBackgroundTreatment of ruptured ulnar collateral thumb metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint ligaments (UCL) necessitate a profound anatomic knowledge for optimal surgical repair in order to preserve range of motion and ensure postoperative joint stability. Therefore, knowledge of the… read more here.
Keywords: ulnar collateral; collateral thumb; mcp joint; anatomy ... See more keywords
Nonreconstruction Options for Treating Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries of the Elbow in Overhead Athletes
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DOI: 10.1007/s12178-018-9458-3
Abstract: Purpose of ReviewThis review aims to describe the nonreconstructive options for treating ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries ranging from nonoperative measures, including physical therapy and biologic injections, to ligament repair with and without augmentation.Recent FindingsNonoperative… read more here.
Keywords: options treating; nonreconstructive options; ulnar collateral; ucl injuries ... See more keywords
Revision Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in Baseball Pitchers: Review of Epidemiology, Surgical Techniques, and Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s12178-020-09619-x
Abstract: Purpose of Review The purposes of this review are to describe the epidemiology, treatment options, and clinical outcomes of revision medial ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction in baseball pitchers. Recent Findings Rates of revision UCL range… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; medial ulnar; revision medial; ulnar collateral ... See more keywords
State of the Union on Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in 2020: Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s12178-020-09621-3
Abstract: Purpose of Review There has been a marked increase in the number of ulnar collateral ligament reconstructions performed annually and an associated increase in the amount of recent literature published. It is paramount that surgeons… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; ulnar collateral; collateral ligament; sport ... See more keywords
Lateral Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction for Posterolateral Rotatory Instability of the Elbow
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2017.03.029
Abstract: Reconstruction of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament of the elbow is the primary treatment for recurrent symptomatic posterolateral rotatory instability. Although a number of lateral ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction techniques have been described, the docking… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; posterolateral rotatory; ulnar collateral; collateral ligament ... See more keywords
Elbow Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Using a 4-Strand Docking Plus Technique
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2017.04.012
Abstract: The “Docking Plus” technique for elbow ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) surgery is described in the following text and video. Depite the general success of UCL surgery, significant rates of retear and failure of return to… read more here.
Keywords: elbow ulnar; plus technique; ulnar collateral; collateral ligament ... See more keywords
Primary Repair of Proximal Ulnar Collateral Ligament Ruptures in Pediatric Overhead Athletes
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2020.01.017
Abstract: Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury is commonly seen in overhead throwing athletes resulting from the repetitive valgus stress placed on the medial elbow. UCL injuries (attenuation, insufficiency, or rupture) can result in medial elbow pain,… read more here.
Keywords: ulnar collateral; primary repair; collateral ligament; repair proximal ... See more keywords
Fracture of the ulnar sesamoid bone of the thumb with a concurrent ulnar collateral ligament tear: A case report.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2020.07.019
Abstract: While the ulnar sesamoid bone of the thumb and the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) are in close anatomic proximity, concurrent injury to these structures has not been reported. We report a case of such an… read more here.
Keywords: ulnar collateral; sesamoid bone; collateral ligament; bone thumb ... See more keywords
The success of return to sport after ulnar collateral ligament injury in baseball: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2017.12.003
Abstract: BACKGROUND Ulnar collateral ligament injury (UCLI) has significantly increased in overhead sports during the past 2 decades. Differences in return to sport (RTS) and RTS at previous level (RTSP) after UCLI have not been differentiated.… read more here.
Keywords: baseball; ulnar collateral; collateral ligament; return sport ... See more keywords
Outcome measures after medial ulnar collateral ligament reconstructions in a military population.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2018.07.025
Abstract: BACKGROUND Medial ulnar collateral ligament (MUCL) reconstruction outcomes are well described in competitive throwers but not in nonthrowers. This investigation elucidated epidemiologic variables, functional outcomes, and prognostic factors after MUCL reconstruction in young active patients.… read more here.
Keywords: medial ulnar; ulnar nerve; outcome; ulnar collateral ... See more keywords