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How to Use Point-of-Care Ultrasound to Identify Shoulder Dislocation

By Christine Riguzzi, MD; Daniel Mantuani, MD; and Arun Nagdev, MD | on February 12, 2014 | 1 Comment
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Conclusion

POCUS can be a useful tool for confirmation of a suspected shoulder dislocation, as well as determining the efficacy of reduction. Anterior and posterior dislocations can be easily distinguished by the relationship of the humeral head to the glenoid fossa on ultrasound. Recognition of these simple ultrasonographic anatomic relationships can facilitate acquisition of more advanced skills such as fracture identification and guided intra-articular injection.


Christine Riguzzi, MD, is ultrasound fellow, Department of Emergency Medicine, Alameda Health System, Highland General Hospital; Daniel Mantuani, MD, is attending physician, Department of Emergency Medicine, Alameda Health System, Highland General Hospital; Arun Nagdev, MD, is director, emergency ultrasound, Department of Emergency Medicine, Alameda Health System, Highland General Hospital.

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  1. March 17, 2014

    SonoStudy: Ultrasound for shoulder dislocation – Dx to anesthesia & reduction #FOAMed #FOAMus | SonoSpot: Topics in Bedside Ultrasound Reply

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