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Table 2 Reasons for the index operation after failed primary treatment

From: Intraoperative 3D imaging in the treatment of elbow fractures - a retrospective analysis of indications, intraoperative revision rates, and implications in 36 cases

Reasons leading to index operation

No. of patients (%)

Time between primary treatment and index operation (d ± SD)

Secondary dislocation

5 (13.9)

15.6 ± 15.5

Incorrect reposition

2 (5.6)

11 ± 9.9

Chronic instability

1 (2.8)

100