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Isolated Displaced Fracture of the Lesser Tuberosity


E Oburu
J John

Abstract

Isolated displaced fracture of the lesser tuberosity of the humerus is unusual. These injuries may be difficult to diagnose and can be easily missed. We present a 53 year old patient who sustained this injury and at initial evaluation it was missed. However, careful review of his X rays and CT Scans revealed the fracture. Fixation of the fracture was achieved with two cancellous screws. Diagnosis of this fracture will be aided by a high index of suspicion.

Key Words: Lesser tuberosity, Proximal humerus, Two-part fracture


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eISSN: 2523-0816
print ISSN: 1999-9674