Suprascapular Nerve Schwannoma at the Suprascapular Notch: A Case Report.
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Abstract
Space-occupying lesions (SOL) other than cysts involving the suprascapular nerve at the suprascapular notch are rare. A 64-year-old female presented with a 6-month history of severe left shoulder pain and restricted motion. The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a SOL in the suprascapular notch, which was hyperintense on T2-weighted and isointense on T1-weighted images. Open surgical excision of the mass was performed. Histopathological assessment established the diagnosis of benign schwannoma. At the most recent follow-up at 23 months, the Oxford shoulder score was 43, and the MRI showed no recurrence. Surgeons must appreciate that a suprascapular notch schwannoma is a rare cause of shoulder pain that must be identified by subtle radiological signs. Additionally, it is important to appropriately counsel the patients regarding the prolonged recovery course. The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s43465-025-01548-6.