Sprengel deformity

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Elevated right shoulder.

Patient Data

Age: 10 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Elevated right scapula. The superomedial angle of the scapula is located between C7 and T1 transverse process with associated spina bifida occulta of T2 vertebra.

Case Discussion

Radiographic features of a Sprengel deformity grade II according to Rigault classification with associated spina bifida oculta of T2 vertebra.

CT with 3D reconstruction is usually used to evaluate the omovertebral connection, scapula dysplasia as well as the associated congenital anomalies.

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