[Isolated traumatic rupture of the subscapular tendon].
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Clinical appearance of isolated traumatic rupture of the subscapularis tendon confirmed with sonography, double contrast CT and intraoperatively in two patients has been presented. The mechanism of the injury--forceful external rotation and hyperextension of the arm, increased passive external rotation and positive "lifft of test" may lead to the correct diagnosis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice
دوره 15 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1998