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Elbow Contusion Definition
Common names:
  • Bruised Elbow
  • Elbow Bruise
  • Elbow Contusion
A person with an elbow contusion has a bruise to the soft tissues overlying the elbow joint. Images

A contusion may be caused by a blow to the elbow, or may be caused by an elbow sprain or fracture.

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Last Updated: Sep 15, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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