Advanced glenohumeral osteoarthritis

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Reduced range of motion of the left shoulder joint. History of recurrent shoulder dislocation.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female

Severe degenerative changes in the left shoulder include loss of the glenohumeral joint space, subchondral sclerosis and irregularity, marginal osteophyte formation and glenoid deformity. In addition, the distance between the inferior aspect of the acromion and the humeral head is decreased, and sclerosis is also evident, suggesting rotator cuff tear arthropathy. The deformation of the humeral head and distal third of the clavicle is also seen.

Case Discussion

Advanced osteoarthritis of the left shoulder.

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