Key result
Emergent embolectomy and prophylactic fasciotomies salvage limb following axillary artery thrombosis from shoulder dislocation reduction.
Why the study?
Vascular injuries associated with anterior shoulder dislocation are rare but potentially devastating, highlighting the need for vigilance and complete neurovascular examination.
Population
One 58-year-old male with an anterior shoulder dislocation
Design
Case report and review of the literature
Authors
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May warrant vigilant monitoring after shoulder reduction; single case leaves open need for prospective screening protocols.
Case Report (n=1)
No
This case highlights the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for axillary artery thrombosis before and after closed shoulder reduction to prevent permanent neurovascular injury.
Ean Schwartz (2023) conducted a case report in Anterior shoulder dislocation with axillary artery thrombosis (n=1). Closed reduction and subsequent embolectomy was evaluated on Limb salvage and neurovascular recovery. Emergent embolectomy and prophylactic fasciotomies successfully salvaged the limb of a 58-year-old male who developed axillary artery thrombosis eight hours after closed reduction of an anterior shoulder dislocation.
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