Avulsion of the insertion of the pectoralis major muscle. A case report.
Avulsion of the insertion of the pectoralis major muscle is a rare injury but should always be considered when asymmetry of the anterior axillary fold is noted after injury to the shoulder region. This case report describes the clinical findings, findings at operation, operative treatment and anatomical considerations.
D000328:Adult; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010369:Pectoralis Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D012421:Rupture / Q000601:surgery