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[Complete brachial plexus paralysis in anterior shoulder dislocation: a case report].
K Koulali-Idrissi1, B Sennoune, K Hachimi
1Service de traumato-orthopédie (P32), CHU Ibn-Rochd, Casablanca, Maroc. khalidkoulali@yahoo.fr
Chirurgie De La Main
|June 26, 2003
Summary
Anterior shoulder dislocation can rarely cause brachial plexus paralysis. This case highlights a year-long recovery with persistent shoulder stiffness after this rare injury.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Neurology
- Traumatology
Background:
- Anterior shoulder dislocation is a common injury.
- Brachial plexus palsy is a rare complication of shoulder dislocation.
Observation:
- A case of traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation with concurrent brachial plexus palsy is presented.
- The injury resulted in significant neurological deficit.
Findings:
- Complete recovery from brachial plexus palsy took one year.
- The patient experienced residual shoulder stiffness post-recovery.
Implications:
- This case underscores the potential for severe neurological complications from shoulder dislocations.
- Early recognition and management are crucial for optimizing outcomes in brachial plexus injuries associated with shoulder dislocations.
- Long-term follow-up is necessary to address residual functional deficits like shoulder stiffness.