Intrathoracic fracture-Dislocation of the shoulder

J Clin Orthop Trauma. 2018 Jun;9(Suppl 2):S54-S57. doi: 10.1016/j.jcot.2018.04.001. Epub 2018 Apr 9.

Abstract

Intrathoracic dislocation of the shoulder is a rare condition that usually occurs after high-energy trauma. Etiology, mechanism of injury and associated lesions are diverse. We present the case of a patient who suffered a great height fall, treated with removal of the humeral head and implantation of a shoulder hemiarthroplasty. One year after the surgery, the patient was pain free and the Constant score was 70 points.

Keywords: Dislocation; Fracture; Intrathoracic; Shoulder.

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  • Case Reports