title: An irreducible superior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint.
abstract: The clinical features of a superior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint are described. Reposition, even under general anaesthesia, cannot be achieved. Associated supraspinatus tear, acromioclavicular separation and the dislocated position of the humeral head can be clearly visualized.
authors.affiliation: Department of General Surgery, Leyenburg Hospital, The Hague, The Netherlands.
authors.forename: E A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: de Laat
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Posthuma
authors.forename: F Q
authors.initials: FQ
authors.lastname: van Douveren
authors.forename: G J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Kieft
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D011859:Radiography; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*