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[Bilateral traumatic posterior dislocation of the shoulder]
A Lukács1, K Tóth, F Markocsányi
1Somogy megyei Kaposi Mór Kórház Baleseti Osztálya.
Summary
This case report details an extremely rare instance of simultaneous bilateral posterior shoulder dislocation. Such occurrences are exceptionally uncommon in medical literature, underscoring the unique nature of this finding.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Traumatology
Background:
- Posterior shoulder dislocation is a rare injury.
- Simultaneous bilateral posterior dislocation is exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- The authors present a case of simultaneous bilateral posterior shoulder dislocation.
- A comprehensive review of international and national literature was conducted.
Findings:
- No previously published cases of bilateral posterior shoulder dislocation were found in the national literature.
- This case represents a unique and previously undocumented presentation.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in shoulder trauma.
- Contributes to the limited existing literature on bilateral posterior shoulder dislocations.
- May inform future diagnostic and treatment strategies for this rare injury.