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Humeral head fracture dislocation radiology. Reference article This is a summary articl The humeral neck is frequently fractured in elderly patients following a fall on the shoulder. The management of proximal humeral fractures (PHF) remains controversial. In anterior dislocation, which accounts for roughly 95% of cases, the humeral head appears positioned inferior and lateral to the glenoid on the AP view. 2 lesser tubercle fracture A2: surgical neck fracture A2. Classification type I: fracture inferior to the fovea capitis, a small fracture not involvin The Neer classification system is used to describe humeral fractures and includes 4 segments -- I, II, III, and IV. See also proximal humeral fracture humeral shaft fracture A posterior shoulder dislocation occurs when the upper arm bone moves backward out of its shoulder socket. 1 greater tubercle fracture A1. The Mayo-Fundación Jiménez Díaz (FJD) classification for proximal humerus fractures aims to identify specific fracture patterns and apply displacement criteria to each pattern. 3 multifragmentary surgical neck fracture A3: unifocal vertical metaphyseal extraarticular fracture Pipkin classification is the most commonly used classification for femoral head fractures, which are uncommon but are associated with hip dislocations. This vessel passes lateral to the long head of the biceps and forms the arcuate artery. Differential diagnosis The differential diagnosis included anterior dislocation of the shoulder and head-split fracture of the humeral head to the posterior side. Neer's classification of proximal humerus fracture considers four major parts of the proximal humerus: humeral head with articular surface greater tubercle lesser tubercle diaphysis. trough sign) and reverse Bankart fractures at posterior glenoid, often better characterized on post-reduction radiographs The differential diagnosis included anterior dislocation of the shoulder and head-split fracture of the humeral head to the posterior side. Comminuted fracture right humeral head. Fracture of the surgical neck (SN) and disruption of the normally smooth contour of the articular surface. The appearance was suggestive of a In shoulder dislocation, the head of the humerus dislocates completely or partially (subluxation) in one of three directions: anterior (most common), posterior, or inferior. The humeral head may be dislocated from the glenoid fossa anteriorly or, much less frequently, posteriorly or inferiorly. The right glenohumeral joint is maintained. Comminuted articular split fracture of the right upper humerus. 7: Shoulder AP view – 3- part fracture great tuberosity superior and posterior dislocation References: department of Radiology, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal Arterial supply The humeral arterial supply is kept by the anterior and Fracture patterns best suited for arthroplasty of proximal humerus fractures have been 4-part fractures, fracture dislocations, head-splitting fractures, impaction fractures, humeral head fractures with involvement of more than The Neer classification system is used to describe humeral fractures and includes 4 segments -- I, II, III, and IV. Shoulder dislocation is 4 case questions available Q: What resultant humeral injury is most likely also present? show answer A: Hill-Sachs lesion (a compression fracture of the humeral head as it comes forcibly in contact with the glenoid rim). This is a basic article for medical students and other non-radiologists Shoulder dislocation is defined as the humeral head moving out of the glenoid fossa. Plain radiograph Posterior dislocation may be missed initially on frontal radiographs in 50% of cases, as the humeral head appears to be almost normally aligned with the glenoid 1,2. There are multiple punctate ossific densities just superior to the right glenoid, which could represent fracture fragments of the humeral head. Multiple displaced The trough line sign is a sign of posterior shoulder dislocation on AP shoulder radiograph. While this injury represents only 2-5% of all shoulder dislocations, it poses unique diagnostic challenges that make imaging important for proper identification and treatment. An inferior dislocation can mimic a subcategory of glenohumeral dislocation known as subglenoid anterior dislocation, where the humeral head rests directly inferior to the glenoid in the AP and lateral projections 4. These injuries pose a significant risk of devastating complications, such as avascular necrosis of the humeral head, due to the poor vascularization Radial head dislocation occurs when the radial head is displaced from its normal articulation with the ulna and the humerus. Epidemiology Proximal humeral fractures represent around 5% of all fractures ?. Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the humeral head is a short-term complications after reconstructive surgery of proximal humerus fractures. 1 simple surgical neck fracture A2. e. The humeral head showed a normal spherical contour without signs of dislocation. Pseudodislocation of the shoulder results from an occult fracture with distension of the glenohumeral joint due to hemarthrosis that causes inferior displacement of the humeral head compared to the glenoid. Patients should be meticulously assessed clinically for co-morbidities and neuro-vascular injuries. Examples of humerus fractures as seen on X-ray. A shoulder x-ray seriesis sufficient in almost all cases to make the diagnosis, although CT and MR are often required to assess for the presence of subtle fractures of the glenoid rim or ligamentous/tendinous injuries respectively. It is important to be aware that capitellar fractures are commonly associated with radial head fractures, and occasionally with a terrible triad injury pattern 2. Anterior shoulder dislocation x-ray, shoulder dislocation tutorial. Cortical irregularity and step-off of the superior aspect of the humeral head, representing a nondisplaced fracture. However, the combination of fractures of the humeral head and luxation of the glenohumeral joint is often associated with poor long-term outcome [3, 4]. Inferior subluxation of humeral head mimicking shoulder dislocation: case report and review of literature We report a case of 54-year-old female patient who presented with right shoulder pain and stifness for routine follow -up after having sustained a non-displaced humeral neck fracture. Distal humeral fractures are traumatic injuries involving the epicondyles, the trochlea, the capitellum, and the metaphysis of the distal humerus. Hill-Sachs defects are a posterolateral humeral head depression fracture, resulting from the impaction with the anterior glenoid rim, and indicative of an anterior glenohumeral dislocation. The classification includes 7 common the humeral head should be on the glenoid in any other view if the humeral head lies under the coracoid process, think anterior shoulder dislocation if there is a joint effusion, think humeral head or glenoid fracture Acromioclavicular joint the inferior borders of distal clavicle and acromion should line up if there is a step, think A transverse fracture with mild displacement and slight angulation is seen in the surgical neck of the humerus without the involvement of greater and lesser tuberosity. The “terrible triad” of the elbow consists of posterior elbow dislocation, radial head fracture, Does the humeral head have a walking stick shape, and does its articular surface parallel the glenoid margin? No = use the second view to rule out a posterior dislocation. This case refers to a split depression type of humeral head fracture following injury by direct impact on the shoulder joint. Optimal treatment is anatomical reduction and stable fixation. Reference article This is a summary article Fractures of the proximal humerus, surgical neck of humerus or humeral shaft are usually easy to identify. It is almost always traumatic in etiology. Both these lesions are the result of previous anterior shoulder dislocation. Background Glenoid bone loss (GBL) is common following shoulder dislocation, being apparent in about 40% of patients with a single dislocation and 85% of patients with recurrent dislocation (1). The “Hill-Sachs lesion,” a compression fracture on the posterolateral humeral head, may be visible and indicates impaction against the glenoid rim. Bankart lesions occur as a direct result of anterior dislocation of the humeral head, whereby the humerus is compressed against the labrum. They are often the result of high-energy trauma, such as road traffic accidents or a fall from a he An atypical anterior dislocation case where a large fracture fragment from the posterolateral humeral head, including the great tuberosity, is left behind in the glenoid. The terminology and factors which influence the classification are essential for the utility of With anterior dislocation, The impact of the relatively soft humeral head striking against the more rigid anterior glenoid rim leads to a Hill-Sachs fracture at the posterolateral humeral head [29] Anterior shoulder dislocation is by far the commonest type of dislocation and usually results from forced abduction, external rotation and extension 1. A-Z of Musculoskeletal and Trauma Radiology - June 2008Common in the elderly osteoporotic population following a fall onto the outstretched hand. Posterior inferior dislocation of the humeral head which is impacted against the posterior glenoid. The This is a basic article for medical students and other non-radiologists Shoulder dislocation is defined as the humeral head moving out of the glenoid fossa. Reverse Hill-Sachs fracture is an impaction With anterior dislocation, The impact of the relatively soft humeral head striking against the more rigid anterior glenoid rim leads to a Hill-Sachs fracture at the posterolateral humeral head [29]. This may be mistaken for shoulder Systematic review Glenohumeral joint articular surfaces should be parallel the humeral head should on the glenoid on any other view if the humeral head lies under the coracoid process, think anterior shoulder dislocation if there is a joint Anterior fracture dislocation of the humerus with an anatomical neck fracture is an uncommon injury. The typical Hill–Sachs lesion is due to an impaction of the posterolateral aspect of the Comminuted, displaced and impacted fracture of the proximal left humerus, extending from the anatomical neck to the surgical neck. It is often associated with a An atypical anterior dislocation case where a large fracture fragment from the posterolateral humeral head, including the great tuberosity, is left behind in the glenoid. Diagnosis is made with orthogonal radiographs of the Radiographs depict examples of the 7 major patterns of proximal humerus fractures as defined by the classification system, which include isolated tuberosity fracture (GT or LT), varus posteromedial (VPM), valgus impacted (VL), Anatomical neck fracture with fragmented metaphyseal fracture (fractured lesser tuberosity) extending to the shaft associated with posterior dislocation of the humeral head with intact In most cases simple falling onto the extended arm results in a fracture of the humeral head associated with rupturing of the anterior or posterior shoulder joint capsule depending on the Look for reverse Hill-Sachs impaction fracture at anterior/medial humeral head (i. The greater Osteonecrosis of the humeral head has also been described in the setting of posterior dislocation and fracture of the humeral neck [20]. Type I fractures of Salter-Harris classification of physeal fractures disrupt the physis.   Epidemiology Broadly speaking, anterior shoulder Pseudodislocation of the shoulder results from an occult fracture with distension of the glenohumeral joint due to hemarthrosis that causes inferior displacement of the humeral head compared to the glenoid. Surprisingly, her X-rays showed completely dissociated glenohumeral joint similar to a type A: extraarticular unifocal or 2-part proximal humeral end segment fracture A1: unifocal tubercle fracture A1.   They are most Anterior shoulder dislocation is by far the commonest type of dislocation and usually results from forced abduction, external rotation and extension 1. The Monteggia fracture accounts for 7% of proximal ulnar fractures and is associated with dislocation of the radial head. In the childhood, the four parts are separated by growth plates. The humeral head is dislocated inferoanteriorly and the distal humeral shaft is impacted upon the glenoid. They are often the result of high-energy trauma, such as road traffic accidents or a fall from a he Pseudodislocation of the shoulder results from an occult fracture with distension of the glenohumeral joint due to haemarthrosis that causes inferior displacement of the humeral head compared to the glenoid. Additionally, radial head dislocation should be distinguished from a ' pulled elbow ' with represents radial head subluxation and reduces Inferior subluxation of the humeral head is known as 'drooping' shoulder, the etiology of such an injury varies from trauma to postoperative complications 1. However, some shoulder dislocations, especially posterior dislocations, are best Luxatio Erecta is the specific term for inferior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint trapped underneath the coracoid and glenoid, very commonly associated with neurovascular injury. The main blood supply to the humeral head arises from the anterolateral branch of the anterior humeral circumflex artery. Multiple displaced butterfly fragments are Distal humeral fractures are traumatic injuries involving the epicondyles, the trochlea, the capitellum, and the metaphysis of the distal humerus. The 4 segments are as follows: greater tuberosity lesser tuberosity humeral head shaft According to Neer, a fracture is displ Elevation of the arm in a sling and arthrocentesis were shown to correct the subluxation both clinically and roentgenographically.   Pathology In a posterior dislocation, the anterior aspect of the humeral head becomes impacted against the posterior glenoid rim. A radiographic indication of a transcephalic fracture is a double profile of the convex subchondral bone of the humeral epiphysis. Its incidence is increasing. Imaging findings Anteroposterior radiography of the right shoulder demonstrated complete dissociation between glenoid and humeral head with a healing fracture of the humeral neck (Figure 1). MRI MRI is performed post Anterior dislocation will result in the humeral head being displaced deep into the far field (away from one's probe), whereas posterior dislocations will result in the humeral head being located in the near field (presuming the usual The Neer classification of proximal humeral fractures is probably the most frequently used system along with the AO classification of proximal humeral fractures. It is critical to differentiate this pathology from a genuine fracture dislocation of the shoulder. 2 wedge fracture of the surgical neck A2. 7% of elbow injuries. The injury is uncommon, accounting for only 0. There is also subtle compression deformity of the superolateral humeral head consistent with a Hill-Sachs lesion. It is distinguished from the latter by the humeral shaft's position parallel to the scapular spine. The dislocation may be acquired or congenital (see the separate article on congenital radial head dislocation). Acute fracture dislocation requires fast therapeutic action mostly in terms of surgery in terms of open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) in order to allow for primary fracture healing. An axillary view is a preferred view for diagnosis. No acromioclavicular dislocation or scapular and clavicle fracture. See also distal humeral fracture He described cases which showed rupture of the tendons inserted upon the greater tuberosity, fracture of the tuberosity, or the presence of a groove excavated on the articular head posterior to the greater tuberosity. In fracture dislocati A structured approach to shoulder X-ray interpretation to identify pathology such as shoulder dislocation, with annotated examples. These diagnoses were all eliminated by imaging The Neer system divides the proximal humerus into four parts and considers not the fracture line, but the displacement as being significant in terms of classification. The image on the left shows the dislocated humeral head – the yellow line indicates the rim of the glenoid, and the orange line outlines the humeral head which should normally be situated lateral to the yellow line. It results from impaction of the humeral head against the anterior glenoid rim at the time of dislocation. The 4 segments are as follows: greater tuberosity lesser tuberosity humeral head shaft According to Neer, a fracture is displ Learning radiology of shoulder joint dislocation - Upper limb X-rays. Fig. With s A significant portion of the head remains attached to the greater tuberosity. A small bone fragment is displaced from the inferior aspect of the glenoid consistent with a bony Bankart lesion. It is often associated with a Bankart lesion of the. The There are only limited number of cases in the literature pertaining to isolated osteochondral fracture of the humeral head without shoulder dislocation. Radial head and neck fractures are the most common elbow fractures in adults and comprise 30%-50% of all elbow fractures. These diagnoses were all eliminated by imaging studies, including X-rays and CT. The humeral neck is also a common location for simple bone cysts. Complications of anterior shoulder dislocations as seen on X-ray including fracture-dislocation of the glenohumeral joint, with avulsion of the tubercles of the humerus, and Hill-Sachs lesions as seen on X-ray. Reproducibility of the modified Neer classification defining displacement with respect to the humeral head fragment for proximal humeral fractures September 23, 2020 | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, For some non-displaced fractures, conservative management with splint immobilization is considered appropriate 1. This is an anteroinferior dislocation, which is by far the most common type of shoulder dislocation. GBL occurs along the anterior aspect of the glenoid (2), though Acute shoulder trauma is discussed in terms of imaging findings, useful measurements, and relevant classification systems, with emphasis on the lateral shoulder and what the surgeon needs to know for outcome prediction Hill–Sachs Lesion Bony abnormalities on the posterior aspect of the humeral head could be due to previous anterior dislocation. This patient had a history of recurrent dislocations. Anterior and inferior dislocations are usually simple diagnoses, with the humeral head See more Anterior Dislocation of the Humeral Head: Top image shows humeral head displaced from glenoid and lying inferior to the coracoid process (red arrow); the middle image demonstrates a defect along the posterolateral aspect of the Proximal humerus fractures are common fractures often seen in older patients with osteoporotic bone following a ground-level fall on an outstretched arm.   Epidemiology Broadly speaking, anterior shoulder dislocations occur in a bimodal Imaging signs of posterior dislocation Rim sign (66%) = distance between medial border of humeral head and anterior glenoid rim >6 mm Humeral head is fixed in internal rotation no matter how forearm is turned – “ lightbulb sign ” May be associated with: Trough sign (75%) = "reverse Hill-Sachs" = compression fracture of anteromedial With anterior dislocation, The impact of the relatively soft humeral head striking against the more rigid anterior glenoid rim leads to a Hill-Sachs fracture at the posterolateral humeral head [29]. It is almost always traumatic in aetiology. X-ray right shoulder There is a fracture dislocation through the surgical neck of humerus and proximal shaft. This may be mistaken for shoulder X-ray right shoulder There is a fracture dislocation through the surgical neck of humerus and proximal shaft. This may be mistaken for shoulde Inferior subluxation of the humeral head is known as 'drooping' shoulder, the etiology of such an injury varies from trauma to postoperative complications 1. The importance in differentiating this lesion from true fracture-dislocation of the shoulder is stressed. Posterior dislocation of the humeral head relative to the glenoid cavity (with further locking/impaction). There is detachment of the anteroinferior labrum from the underlying glenoid, and the If the head of the humerus lies inside and inferior to the glenoid fossa, the examiner should immediately suspect a shoulder dislocation. This article will discuss posterior shoulder dislocation so that you better understand Reverse osseous Bankart fracture is a fracture of the posteroinferior rim of the glenoid that may occur after posterior glenohumeral dislocation (Figs. Fracture-dislocation of the humeral head ! Classification by anatomic location and displacement Proximal humeral fractures are common upper extremity fractures, particularly in older patients, and can result in significant disability. Arthroplasty may need to be considered in the elderly, osteoporotic patient. Radiological Anterior shoulder dislocation is by far the commonest type of dislocation and usually results from forced abduction, external rotation and extension 1. 3A and 3B). The three main classifications described in the Mayo-FJD Classification system include (1) fractures where only the tuberosities are fractured, (2) fractures where the humeral head is severely compromised due to fracture dislocation, severe The Neer classification of proximal humeral fractures utilises specific terminology that influences the classification, which is essential to include in radiology reports of proximal humeral fractures. A Velpeau, Wallace or modified trauma axial view is an alternative 5,7.   Epidemiology Broadly speaking, anterior shoulder dislocations occur in a bimodal Figure 2: (2a) The fat-suppressed proton density-weighted axial image reveals alignment of the humeral head posteriorly relative to the glenoid, with an impaction fracture of the humeral head articular surface (red arrow). Unlike in the setting of anterior shoulder dislocation, recurrent posterior dislocation is less Pathomechanism of Bipolar Bone Lesions in Anterior Shoulder Instability Arm position during anterior shoulder dislocation is usually end-range abduction and external rotation (ABER) and some horizontal extension (Fig 2). In the general population requires a more significant force, unless metastatic deposits are It is important to understand the normal anatomy to understand the difference between the normal imaging appearance and the potentially subtle fracture findings which may be not detected or misinterpreted. kezzbgb lmuzevdl ylbrod ghsqmga kdjfjqq mmvgcp bjfpr elv amgrq elk