Trapezius transfer for shoulder paralysis: 6 patients with brachial plexus injuries followed for 1 year
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We transferred the trapezius with its bone insertion to the proximal humerus in 6 patients for treatment of a paralytic shoulder secondary to traumatic lesions of the brachial plexus. After 1 year, the shoulder abduction was improved from average 13° (0°-30°) preoperatively to 76° (50°-100°) postoperatively, and the shoulder flexion from 18° (0°-40°) to 78° (45°-110°) postoperatively. All the patients were satisfied with the outcome.We consider that transfer of the trapezius in a paralytic shoulder after brachial plexus injury gives a better outcome than shoulder fusion.Downloads
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1998-01-01
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Mir-Bullo, X., Hinarejos, P., Mir-Batlle, P., Busquets, R., Carrera, L., & Navarro, A. (1998). Trapezius transfer for shoulder paralysis: 6 patients with brachial plexus injuries followed for 1 year. Acta Orthopaedica, 69(1), 69–72. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453679809002360
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