Abstract
Two cases of anterior dislocation of the shoulder and ipsilateral
fracture of the shaft of the humerus were reported. The mechanism of the
injuries was a direct high energy force acting on the elbow that resulting in
humeral fracture and shoulder dislocation. Closed reduction of the dislocation
was performed under anesthesia during surgery. The fixation method employed was
dynamic compression plate through open reduction. The fracture and dislocation
healed at 3 to 6 months postoperatively. At last follow-up, one patient were
allowed to return to work without restrictions, and regained normal mobility.
The other patient had sequela of brachial plexus injury. The literature on this
subject is reviewed.
Original language | American English |
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Pages (from-to) | 232-236 |
Journal | 中華民國骨科醫學會雜誌 |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - 1997 |