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To present a complex case of a terrible triad elbow injury with associated triceps tendon avulsion and to discuss its management.

February 19, 2026Clinical Case ReportsOpen Access

Management of a 38‐Year‐Old Man With Complex Elbow Fracture‐Dislocations and Triceps Tendon Avulsion: A Case Report

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Case report demonstrates effective surgical management of terrible triad injuries in an adult male, suggesting a viable treatment pathway.

To present a complex case of a terrible triad elbow injury with associated triceps tendon avulsion and to discuss its management.
Detailed surgical intervention including radial head excision, anterior capsular repair, triceps tendon reattachment, and dual-column ligament repair.
Postoperative immobilization followed by a structured physiotherapy program to enhance recovery.
The patient achieved functional range of motion by 6 months post-surgery.
No residual pain or instability reported after treatment.
The case supports radial head excision as a treatment option in certain complex elbow cases.

Mazhar et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Case report demonstrates effective surgical management of terrible triad injuries in an adult male, suggesting a viable treatment pathway.