ulnar collateral ligament
anatomy
Also known as: UCL, medial collateral ligament
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Tommy John surgery
- In Tommy John surgery
…surgery performed to repair the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) on the medial side of the elbow by using a graft as a substitute. The surgery is most commonly performed on athletes in throwing sports, especially baseball pitchers. The goals of Tommy John surgery are increasing elbow comfort, stability, and range…
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