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Operative fixation of an intra-articular scapula fracture from household appliance electrocution: a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Scapula fractures are rare injuries, comprising less than 1% of fractures presenting to the emergency department.12 While glenohumeral dislocations have been associated with abnormal electrical stimulation of the shoulder girdle muscles, there is a paucity of reports describing scapular fracture from this mechanism. We present a unique case of glenoid and scapular body fractures following exposure to a household electrical supply, requiring surgical fixation. This report provides a comprehensive review of the mechanism of injury, details the operative strategy, and summarizes initial outcomes for this rare and complex presentation.

Source: JSES Reviews Reports and Techniques

DOI: 10.1016/j.xrrt.2025.08.007

Authors: Michael B.C. Newton, Charlotte Allen

Institutions: Counties Manukau District Health Board, Health New Zealand

Language: English

Topic: Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,370