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Traumatic lumbosacral lateral dislocation without fracture.

Federico De Iure¹, Stefania Paderni, Alessandro Gasbarrini

¹Divisione di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Ospedale Maggiore, Largo Nigrisoli 2, Bologna, Italy. federicodeiure@acantho.it

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This case study details a rare lumbosacral lateral dislocation without fracture. Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention led to successful recovery and functional restoration.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Spinal Trauma
Radiology

Background:

Traumatic lumbosacral dislocations are infrequent and challenging to diagnose.
Lateral dislocations at the L5-S1 level are particularly rare.
Polytrauma patients may present with complex spinal injuries requiring specialized management.

Observation:

A 34-year-old male polytrauma patient sustained a traumatic L5-S1 lateral dislocation without associated fracture.
The patient presented with L5 nerve root paralysis.
Diagnosis was confirmed via AP standard X-ray and CT scan.

Findings:

Surgical treatment involved posterior reduction, interbody fusion, posterior plating, and decompression.
The patient achieved early functional recovery, returning to work and ambulation without aids.
At 12-month follow-up, complete fusion was confirmed, with no reported back pain.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of careful radiological evaluation for diagnosing rare lumbosacral joint dislocations.
Early diagnosis and prompt surgical management, including reduction and fusion, are crucial for optimal functional outcomes.
Effective treatment can lead to rapid recovery and restoration of mobility in patients with severe spinal injuries.