Abstract
Osteonecrosis of the humeral head in an adolescent without clear pathogenesis has not been reported in the literature. In this case report, we present such a case of humeral head osteonecrosis in a 15-year-old adolescent. The lesion was located at the subchondral area of the medial part of the humeral head with characteristic appearances on MRI. The shoulder was immobilized in a sling until the pain disappeared, and the patient was told to refrain any kind of sport activities. Bone remodeling was noted five months after the first visit, and it took 2 years for the lesion to be totally healed.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 39 |
Journal | Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, Rehabilitation, Therapy and Technology |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 Oct 18 |
Keywords
- Adolescent
- MRI
- Osteonecrosis
- Pathogenesis
- Shoulder
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation