title: Vascular complications of anterior dislocation of the shoulder.
abstract: Vascular complications are rare in cases of simple anterior dislocation of the shoulder but the axillary artery and its branches may be damaged. Four cases of axillary artery injury, including 2 cases of complete transection of the artery, are presented. Full upper limb function may return if the vascular damage is recognized and prompt surgical treatment undertaken.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001366:Axillary Artery / Q000293:injuries*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012421:Rupture; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000150:complications*