Open Scapulothoracic Dissociation.

Chen, Yan Rong; Xu, Bo; Yu, Teng Fei; Lu, Ya Ni; Liang, Xue Zhen; Liu, Chuan Qiang; Wang, Ming Xi; Zhou, Bin · J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev · 2025

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Scapulothoracic dissociation is a rare and serious type of trauma caused by musculoskeletal, vascular, and brachial plexus injuries owing to lateral displacement of the scapula with a strong blunt external force. Here, we describe the treatment of an open scapulothoracic dissociation patient and summarize the findings.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy