E. Lescault et al., Congenital radioulnar synostosis in an active duty soldier: Case report and literature review, MILIT MED, 165(5), 2000, pp. 425-428
Congenital radioulnar synostosis (CRS) is a developmental deformity that in
terferes with pronation and supination of the upper extremity. CRS often re
sults in functional, cosmetic, and cultural limitations. The purpose of thi
s paper is to present a patient with CRS who is currently functioning as a
generator mechanic in the U.S. Army and to review the literature for curren
t treatment options. We know of no other individual in the U.S. Army who is
on active duty status with this deformity.