The upper edge of the capitellum and the radial head are exposed.
RADIAL HEAD
ANNULAR LIGAMENT
RADIAL HEAD FRACTURE
With sharp retraction and rotation of the radial head, the fracture is identified. Care must be taken not to extend this incision too far distally, as this may damage to the posterior interosseous nerve, as it lay over the radial neck.
FRACTURE
HERBERT SCREW
The range of motion of the forearm as well as pronation and supination are confirmed, and the reduction is visualized throughout in arc of motion of the elbow. If adequately fixed and stable, closure is performed.
The elbow is flexed and positioned on a radiolucent table. The incision begins just above the lateral epicondyle and extends down towards the ulna, passing directly over the radial head, as depicted.