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[Quadrilateral space syndrome: a case report].
Taner Güneş1, Mehmet Demirhan, Mehmet Calay
1Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology (Ortopedi ve Travmatoloji Anabilim Dali), Medicine Faculty of Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat, Turkey. opdrtgunes@yahoo.com
Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica
|June 1, 2005
Summary
Quadrilateral space syndrome, a rare condition causing axillary nerve compression, can lead to shoulder pain. Surgical release of the causative fibrous band effectively resolves symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Neurology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Quadrilateral space syndrome is a rare condition resulting from isolated compression of the axillary nerve.
- This compression typically occurs within the quadrilateral space of the shoulder.
Observation:
- A 27-year-old male presented with vague posterior shoulder pain and localized tenderness.
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a fibrous band as the cause of quadrilateral space syndrome.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the identified fibrous band was performed.
- The axillary nerve was successfully decompressed during the surgical procedure.
Implications:
- Surgical decompression offers an effective treatment for quadrilateral space syndrome.
- Prompt diagnosis and intervention can lead to complete symptom resolution and improved shoulder function.