Cannulated Screw Fixation of Refractory Olecranon Stress Fractures With and Without Associated Injuries Allows a Return to Baseball

Abstract

Open reduction and internal fixation of olecranon stress fractures in competitive baseball players has a high rate of success in returning players to or above their former level of play and allows for good elbow function at an average of 6.2 years postoperatively. However, these patients are at high risk for additional future surgeries on their throwing arm.