Presentation
Left shoulder pain after direct trauma while playing football (soccer).
Patient Data
Age: 17 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Clavicle fracture
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The radiograph shows a midshaft clavicular fracture. There is an important shortening of the clavicle.
Case Discussion
Most clavicle fractures occur in the middle third and are treated conservatively. Shortening greater than 2 cm is a relative indication of surgery.