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Isolated lateral collateral ligament complex injury in rock climbing and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Authors: Bryan A. Davis, Lucas P. Hiller, Steven G. Imbesi, Eric Y. Chang

Published in: Skeletal Radiology | Issue 8/2015

Abstract

We report two occurrences of high-grade tears of the lateral collateral ligament complex (LCLC), consisting of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and fibular collateral ligament (FCL). One injury occurred in a rock climber and the other in a martial artist. Increasing awareness of isolated injuries of the LCLC will allow for appropriate diagnosis and management. We review and discuss the anatomy of the LCLC, the unique mechanism of isolated injury, as well as physical and imaging examination findings.

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Title: Isolated lateral collateral ligament complex injury in rock climbing and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
Authors: Bryan A. Davis
Lucas P. Hiller
Steven G. Imbesi
Eric Y. Chang
Publication date: 01-08-2015
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: Skeletal Radiology / Issue 8/2015
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-015-2108-6

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