01634 Anesthesia open/arthrs sho disrtcj
Also known as: shoulder disarticulation anesthesia, shoulder amputation anesthesia
Anesthesia for open or arthroscopic procedures on the shoulder involving shoulder disarticulation. Covers general anesthesia for amputation through the shoulder joint.
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for shoulder disarticulation (amputation through the glenohumeral joint). Performed for advanced malignancy, severe trauma, or infection. Requires careful hemostasis of axillary vessels and consideration of brachial plexus management.
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