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-Cysts of the glenoid labrum-
P Champsaur1, J D Laredo, J Bernageau
1Service de Radiologie, Hôpital Lariboisière, Paris.
Annales De Radiologie
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Glenoid labrum cysts, often appearing as ganglia cysts near the glenohumeral joint, frequently cause subscapularis nerve compression. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) detects these cysts, which are commonly linked to glenohumeral joint instability.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Anatomy
Context:
- Glenoid labrum cysts are ganglia cysts that develop near the glenohumeral joint.
- These cysts can lead to clinical symptoms indicative of subscapularis nerve compression.
Purpose:
- To describe the characteristics and clinical significance of glenoid labrum cysts.
- To highlight their association with subscapularis nerve compression and glenohumeral joint instability.
Summary:
- Glenoid labrum cysts are ganglia cysts identified via Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging.
- They frequently present with symptoms of subscapularis nerve compression.
- A common association exists between these cysts and glenohumeral joint instability.
Impact:
- Improved understanding of a specific cystic pathology in the shoulder joint.
- Enhanced diagnostic capabilities through MR imaging recognition.
- Potential for earlier detection and management of associated nerve compression and joint instability.