Intrathoracic dislocation fracture of the head of the humerus
Al-Kaar, M.; Garcia, J.; Khan, H.G.; Manueddu, C.
Journal de Radiologie 79(1): 57-59
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0221-0363 PMID: 9757223 Document Number: 489144
We present a rare case of fracture-dislocation of shoulder with intrathoracic displacement of the humeral head. This case is well documented by CT. The mechanism and treatment modalities are discussed, and pertinent literature is reviewed.
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