Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow

Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society (대한견·주관절의학회)
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Is total elbow arthroplasty a reliable alternative treatment option for comminuted distal humerus fractures in elderly patients?

  • Kim, Myung-Sun (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chonnam National University Hospital, Chonnam National University Medical School)
  • Received : 2020.05.02
  • Accepted : 2020.05.15
  • Published : 2020.06.01
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