Traumatic Glenohumeral Dislocation in Pediatric Patients Is Associated With a High Risk of Recurrent Instability

Conclusions: Traumatic glenohumeral dislocation in patients aged 14 years or younger occurs rarely but is not a benign event. One in 2 patients experienced recurrent dislocation and 1 in 5 ultimately underwent surgical stabilization. Level of Evidence: Level IV.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Sports Medicine Source Type: research