Fractures of the scapula.
This paper presents a review of all patients admitted to the orthopedic department of Frederiksberg University Hospital during a period of 10 years with a diagnosis of fracture of the scapula-a total of 18. All medical records and roentgenograms were reviewed retrospectively. We found, in agreement with the literature reviewed, an extremely high frequency-88% in our study-of high-energy trauma as a cause of scapular fractures. In 88% of the cases the scapular fracture was associated with other lesions; fractures of the ipsilateral humerus or ribs were seen with the highest incidences (44%). All patients were treated conservatively, resulting in satisfactory conditions of their scapula and shoulder girdles.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Frederiksberg University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D015897:Comorbidity; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009104:Multiple Trauma; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012540:Scapula / Q000293:injuries*