title: Dislocation of the shoulder and ipsilateral fracture of the humeral shaft: case reports and literature review.
abstract: Shoulder dislocation associated with ipsilateral humeral shaft fracture is an uncommon combination. Two cases treated, one by open and the other by closed methods, are presented. The mechanism of this complex injury is detailed and the treatment modalities are discussed. The relevant literature is reviewed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery