Sprengel deformity

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

Patient Data

Age: 11 years
x-ray

The left scapula is high riding consistent with a Sprengel deformity. The asymmetry is best seen on the CT scout when both shoulders are visible. 

ct

Surface shaded Sprengel deformity from a CT of the cest. 

Case Discussion

Sprengel deformity can be sporadic or part of syndromes e.g. Klippel-Feil syndrome

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