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Review
. 2022 Jan;53(1):77-81.
doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2021.08.004. Epub 2021 Oct 28.

Scapulothoracic Dissociation: A Review of an Orthopedic Emergency

Erick M Heiman  1 , Jaclyn M Jankowski  2 , Richard S Yoon  2 , John J Feldman  3
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Scapulothoracic Dissociation: A Review of an Orthopedic Emergency

Erick M Heiman et al. Orthop Clin North Am. 2022 Jan.

Abstract

Scapulothoracic dissociation is a rare and devastating injury that is considered an orthopedic emergency. It is critical to recognize this injury early based on mechanism, physical examination, and radiographic parameters. Initial management should be focused on resuscitation and evaluation for potential limb-threatening ischemia.

Keywords: Orthopedic emergency; Outcomes; Scapulothoracic dissociation; Treatment.

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