[The subacromial shoulder dislocation]

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Traumatology

Background:

• Subacromial shoulder dislocation is uncommon.
• Simultaneous cranial glenoid and acromial fractures are exceedingly rare.
• Handball injuries can lead to complex shoulder trauma.

Observation:

• A patient presented with a subacromial shoulder dislocation after a handball injury.
• Computed Tomography (CT) scan revealed associated cranial glenoid and acromial fractures.
• The injury pattern was complex and required detailed imaging for diagnosis.

Findings:

• The shoulder dislocation was successfully reduced.
• The cranial glenoid fracture was surgically stabilized using osteosynthesis.
• Postoperative imaging confirmed anatomical reconstruction of the glenoid joint surface.

Implications:

• This case demonstrates a successful surgical approach for a rare fracture-dislocation pattern.
• Anatomical reconstruction led to excellent functional recovery.
• The patient regained full range of motion (180 degrees abduction) and returned to full-time work.