title: Avascular necrosis of the glenoid.
abstract: A rare case of avascular necrosis of the glenoid is presented. This process should be considered in the differential diagnosis of shoulder pain and radiologic lesions of the glenoid. In this patient anti-inflammatory medications and exercise resulted in resolution of the symptoms. A good prognosis is expected in this non weight bearing joint.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010020:Osteonecrosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D012540:Scapula / Q000098:blood supply*; D000070599:Shoulder Injuries