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01-07-2003 | Case Report

Bilateral luxatio erecta humeri

Authors: Sinan Karaoglu, Ahmet Guney, Mustafa Ozturk, Zeynep Kekec

Published in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery | Issue 6/2003

Abstract

Background

Inferior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint or luxatio erecta humeri is a rare form of injury, accounting for only 0.5% of all shoulder dislocations. Bilateral cases are even less frequent, with only eight cases reported in the literature.

Method and result

We report one case of bilateral inferior dislocation of the shoulder. The patient made a complete functional recovery within 2 years after treatment by closed reduction and rehabilitation.

Conclusion

Based on this case and the pertinent literature, the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of this rare injury are discussed.

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Title: Bilateral luxatio erecta humeri
Authors: Sinan Karaoglu
Ahmet Guney
Mustafa Ozturk
Zeynep Kekec
Publication date: 01-07-2003
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery / Issue 6/2003
Print ISSN: 0936-8051
Electronic ISSN: 1434-3916
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-003-0517-9

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Springer Medicine

Bilateral luxatio erecta humeri

Abstract

Background

Method and result

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Background

Method and result

Conclusion

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