Operative fixation of an intra-articular scapula fracture from household appliance electrocution: a case report

Scapula fractures are rare injuries, comprising less than 1% of fractures presenting to the emergency department.12 While glenohumeral dislocations have been associated with abnormal electrical stimulation of the shoulder girdle muscles, there is a paucity of reports describing scapular fracture from this mechanism. We present a unique case of glenoid and scapular body fractures following exposure to a household electrical supply, requiring surgical fixation. This report provides a comprehensive review of the mechanism of injury, details the operative strategy, and summarizes initial outcomes for this rare and complex presentation.