Presentation
Unable to move the left shoulder after sustaining a fall.
Patient Data
Age: young adult
Gender: Male
From the case:
Anterior shoulder dislocation
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The humeral head is dislocated anteriorly and slightly inferiorly compared to the glenoid.
From the case:
Anterior shoulder dislocation
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Control x-rays obtained after repositioning show normal anatomic position of the humeral head.
Case Discussion
Classic presentation of anterior dislocation of the shoulder, not accompanied by bone injury.