Delayed Diagnosis of Bilateral Scapula Fractures in a Patient with Cardiac Syncope

Abstract

Bilateral scapula fractures are rare and are most often associated with high energy trauma and electrocution. We present a case of an elderly man who sustained this unusual fracture pattern following a syncopal event. We highlight the importance of appropriate clinical examination and investigations in low energy mechanisms of injury to avoid a delay in diagnosing this potentially serious shoulder injury.