title: Intrathoracic scapular prolapse after thoracotomy.
abstract: The authors present a case of intrathoracic prolapse of the scapula after anterolateral thoracotomy. Although shoulder deformity and weakness have been reported after thoracotomy, intrathoracic scapular displacement has not previously been described. Debilitation and steroid therapy may have contributed to weakness of the chest wall. Computed tomography of the thorax was essential in making the diagnosis.
authors.affiliation: Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa.
authors.forename: S W
authors.initials: SW
authors.lastname: Gould
authors.forename: P D
authors.initials: PD
authors.lastname: Radecki
authors.forename: R B
authors.initials: RB
authors.lastname: Gembala-Parsons
authors.forename: D F
authors.initials: DF
authors.lastname: Caroline
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011391:Prolapse; D012540:Scapula; D013908:Thoracotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013909:Thorax