Complications following resection of the olecranon bursa


Published online: Aug 27 2006

Ilse Degreef, Luc De Smet

From the University Hospital Pellenberg, Pellenberg, Belgium

Abstract

We retrospectively reviewed 37 cases of resection of the olecranon bursa and noted wound healing problems in 10 (27%) and recurrence in 8 (22%). A lateral arm flap was necessary in one patient. Conservative treatment remains the treatment of choice for olecranon bursitis. Differentiation between septic and non-septic cases is challenging. The risk of wound healing problems and recurrence should be taken into account when planning surgical resection.

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