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M Witz1, Z Korzets, J Lehmann

  • 1Vascular Surgery Unit, Meir General Hospital, Kfar Saba, Israel.

The Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
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Scapulothoracic dissociation is a rare shoulder injury causing forequarter disruption. Patient outcomes depend on neurological deficit severity, not arterial injury management.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Trauma Care
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Scapulothoracic dissociation is an infrequent but severe injury.
  • Diagnosis relies on clinical signs and radiographic evidence of forequarter disruption.

Observation:

  • Key findings include massive shoulder swelling, scapular displacement, and neurovascular damage (brachial plexus, subclavian artery).
  • The injury results from severe rotational forces detaching the shoulder girdle from the chest wall.

Findings:

  • The primary mechanism involves shearing forces at the scapula, shoulder joint, and clavicle.
  • Diagnosis requires careful clinical and radiographic assessment.

Implications:

  • Early recognition and aggressive treatment are critical for managing scapulothoracic dissociation.

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  • Patient prognosis is primarily determined by the extent of neurological injury, not arterial repair outcomes.