| Literature DB >> 32490052 |
Ali Sadighi1, Touraj Asvadi Kermani2, Parham Maroufi1, Kosar Tarvirdizade3, Atabak A Kermani4.
Abstract
Intrathoracic displacement of the humeral head is a very uncommon condition and can be life threatening due to lung or heart injuries. There is a report of this condition where intrathoracic bone fragment was missed. Because of rare incidence there is no guideline for approach and treatment of this condition. We hereby present a case of intrathoracic displacement of fractured humeral head in a man due to a car roll-over accident. This condition requires a concise team workup of trauma and orthopedic surgeons along with the physical therapists for the best possible decision making. Displaced fractured humoral head into the thorax is a rare condition that needs more punctuality for on time diagnosis and team approach.Entities:
Keywords: Fracture; Humeral head; Intrathoracic displacement
Year: 2020 PMID: 32490052 PMCID: PMC7191983 DOI: 10.22038/abjs.2019.36754.1971
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Arch Bone Jt Surg ISSN: 2345-461X