Fracture of greater tuberosity of humerus

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Trauma to leg and shoulder 5 mths back. Nailing was done in in tibial fracture. C/O right shoulder pain.

Patient Data

Age: 45 yrs.
Gender: Male

Cortical breach of greater tuberosity is noted at insertion site of infraspinatus tendon.

Case Discussion

Shoulder ultrasound

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