A case report of re-implanting a neglected avulsion of supraspinatus tendon by arthroscopic and open surgeries.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Rotator cuff constitutes a mechanical arm and an important stabilizing factor for the shoulder joint, and the supraspinatus muscle is the initiator of the movement of arm in the abduction direction. Rotator cuff injuries constitute an important part of the shoulder pain, and many cases are managed conservatively, nevertheless, open or arthroscopic surgery remains a must in many cases.

Case report

We present the case of a patient in the sixth decade of life who complained of absence of abduction movement in his right shoulder three months ago after he lifted a heavy object. The clinical examination showed a positive sign of drop arm and other clinical signs indicating absence of supraspinatus muscle function. The MRI also showed a full-thickness tear of the supra

SUBMITTER: Noufal A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9149182 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature