Epidemiology of Scapular Fractures and Concomitant Injuries: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Observational Study.
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Diagnosis Research (IJMSDR) - Year 2018, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
Introduction: Fracture of the scapula is an infrequent injury, with an incidence of 0.4% to 1% of all fractures. The low incidence is attributed to its anatomical position and muscle envelope. The most common area of the scapula to be fractured is the body. Motor vehicle accidents are the main cause of scapular fractures. Objectives: To study the different types, etiological factors and associated injuries of scapular fracture. Material and Methods: This study was a retrospective analysis of data of trauma patients admitted in the emergency room (ER) of S.C.B Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack and Govt. Medical College & Hospital, Balasore, Odisha, India, during the period from August 2017 to July 2018. Patients with scapular fractures were included in the study. Results: In this retrospective cross sectional study we analysed 58 trauma patients presented with scapula fracture. Males sustained significantly more injuries as compared to females. Majority of fractures are seen in 5th and 6th decade of life. Road traffic accidents are most common cause of fracture scapula. Conclusion: Scapular fracture is an uncommon injury and has received little attention in medical literatures. Scapular fractures are frequently associated with multiple other serious injuries. We propose that the presence of scapular fractures should be perceived as a marker of a critically injured patient who requires thorough evaluation for associated injuries. Key Words: Scapular Fracture, road traffic accident, 3D scan
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Lalatendu Swain
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