Reconstruction of a Missed Shoulder Fracture-Dislocation: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Chalidis Byron E, Papadopoulos Pericles P, Dimitriou Christos G
Primary Institution: Orthopaedic Department of Hippokration General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
Conclusion
The case demonstrates that even neglected shoulder injuries can achieve good functional recovery with appropriate surgical intervention.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a four-part fracture-dislocation that was initially misdiagnosed.
- Surgical intervention led to a good functional outcome two and a half years post-operation.
Takeaway
If someone hurts their shoulder and it gets worse over time, doctors need to check carefully because it might be a serious injury that was missed at first.
Methodology
The patient underwent open reduction and reconstruction of the proximal humerus using allograft and transfer of the lesser tuberosity.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 34-year-old Greek woman.
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