Shoulder ultrasound in obstetric brachial plexopathy patients

Name: Shoulder ultrasound in obstetric brachial plexopathy patients
Uploaded: 2023-09-25T11:05:24+00:00
Duration: 12 min
Description: Children who experience brachial plexus birth injuries (BPBI) might eventually face issues like glenohumeral instability (GI) due to imbalanced muscle strength development

Children who experience brachial plexus birth injuries (BPBI) might eventually face issues like glenohumeral instability (GI) due to imbalanced muscle strength development. Problems related to the shoulder in BPBI patients encompass internal rotation contracture, hindered physeal growth, and changes in the joint. To prevent the onset of bone deformities, it is of paramount importance to diagnose and intervene early.
Traditional X-rays and computerized tomography have limited roles in assessing the condition due to the absence of ossification in the humeral head and glenoid. Currently, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is considered the gold standard for evaluating dysplasia across all age groups. However, ultrasound also holds great promise as an imaging modality in this context.
There is a strong precedent for employing targeted ultrasound screenings in infants at risk of developing hip dysplasia, making ultrasound a natural choice for screening glenohumeral joint dysplasia in infants with BPBI. Comprehensive information on this topic is provided in this webinar.

Speakers

Samuel Ribak, MD