Presentation
Clinically anterior dislocation of the right shoulder.
Patient Data
Age: 40-year-old
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Anterior shoulder dislocation associated with comminuted fracture of the greater humeral tuberosity.
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Radiographs obtained after reduction demonstrating relocated humeral head.
Case Discussion
This case demonstrates an uncommon proximal humerus fracture: isolated greater tuberosity fracture, which frequently presents associated with an anterior shoulder dislocation.