Presentation
Fall at home. Shoulder dislocation?
Patient Data
Age: 60 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Humerus fracture - film edge
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No fracture or dislocation of the glenohumeral joint.
Fracture of the humeral diaphysis at the radiograph edge.
From the case:
Humerus fracture - film edge
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Comminuted displaced fracture of the midshaft of the humerus.
Case Discussion
The shoulder projections provide a good example of the importance of reviewing the edge of radiographic projections.
This is exactly the kind of case used in fellowship exams such as the FRCR rapid reporting examination.