Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4068191 The Journal of Hand Surgery 2008 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

The etiology of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the capitellum is unknown but has generally been attributed to repetitive microtrauma or ischemia. We present a case report of fraternal twins with OCD lesions in their nondominant arms without a known history of repetitive injury to the elbow. This report provides evidence to support the idea of genetic predisposition for OCD lesions.

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Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Capitellum in Fraternal Twins: Case Report
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