Shoulder Dislocation and Non Displaced Humerus Head Fracture Due to Epileptic Attack

Authors : Ali AYDIN, Ayhan AKÖZ, Atıf BAYRAMOĞLU, Mustafa UZKESER, Hüseyin ŞAHİN, Zeynep Gökcan ÇAKIR

Pages : 30-32

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Publication Date : 2012-01-01

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The majority of proximal edge fractures of the humerus are either non-displaced or minimally displaced. Sometimes these fractures are accompanied by humerus head dislocations. These fractures and dislocations can be treated conservatively methods and some cases can be treated with surgery. The method which will be least harmful to the surrounding soft tissues should be preferred. In 25% of shoulder dislocations, a positive family history can be found. The majority of shoulder dislocations are anterior dislocations. As in our cases, some chronic diseases such as epilepsy can form bases for shoulder fracture and dislocations. If the interventions of these cases are performed more diligently, we consider that the patients can be treated more effectively with simpler methods.
Keywords : Epilepsy, humerus, fracture, dislocation, complication