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Hussein Nourredine¹, Mohamed El Sayad, Syed Gull

¹Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK.

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This case study presents a rare instance of simultaneous bilateral anterior shoulder dislocation in an elderly male following trauma. Prompt closed reduction and immobilization led to successful functional recovery without neurological complications.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Traumatology
Geriatric Medicine

Background:

Simultaneous bilateral anterior shoulder dislocation is an uncommon injury, particularly in elderly patients.
Traumatic injuries in older adults often present unique challenges due to comorbidities and physiological changes.

Observation:

A 70-year-old male sustained a traumatic injury resulting in simultaneous dislocation of both anterior shoulder joints.
Clinical examination revealed no evidence of motor, sensory, or vascular compromise in either upper extremity.

Findings:

The patient underwent successful closed reduction of both dislocated shoulders under general anesthesia.
Post-reduction, the shoulders were immobilized for a period of four weeks.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and management of rare traumatic shoulder injuries in the geriatric population.
Successful outcomes can be achieved with appropriate non-operative management, emphasizing the need for thorough orthopedic assessment in trauma cases.
The case provides valuable insights into the management of complex shoulder dislocations in elderly individuals, contributing to orthopedic literature.