[Intrathoracic dislocation fracture of the head of the humerus].
We present a rare case of fracture-dislocation of shoulder with intrathoracic displacement of the humeral head. This case is well documented by CT. The mechanism and treatment modalities are discussed, and pertinent literature is reviewed.
Division de Radiodiagnostic et de radiologie interventionnelle, Hôpital Cantonal Universitaire, Genève, Suisse.
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D000058:Accidental Falls; D000368:Aged; D004417:Dyspnea / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D012784:Shoulder Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Fracture-luxation intrathoracique de la tête humérale.