Posterior shoulder dislocation

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fall. Pain.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

There is posterior dislocation of the humeral head. Possible glenoid margin fracture.

Case Discussion

The frontal projection is a classic plain film as the diagnosis is obvious if you are aware of the normal appearance of the glenohumeral joint. 

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