Publications by authors named "Mustafa AlRawi"

This case report presents an unusual manifestation of Ewing's Sarcoma (EwS) in the distal clavicle of a 32-year-old male. The patient's journey began with an initial misdiagnosis of a shoulder mass as a benign condition, but advanced imaging techniques later uncovered the malignant nature of the lesion. Emphasizing the complexities of managing EwS in atypical locations and in adult patients, this report details the implementation of a neo-adjuvant chemotherapy regimen.

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Although considered a relatively uncommon sports injury, publications on pectoralis major (PM) injuries have increased in the last couple of decades. Knowledge of the complex anatomy of the PM muscle is important in diagnosing, understanding the complexity of the injury, and determining the suitable modality of management of these injuries. Despite the increase in publications, there is no consensus on the superiority of any proposed surgical management.

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Article Synopsis
  • The "terrible triad injury" (TTI) of the elbow involves dislocation and fractures in key areas like the radial head and ulna, posing a significant challenge for orthopedic surgeons due to resultant instability and stiffness.
  • A 47-year-old patient with multiple injuries underwent complex surgery, which included various reconstructive procedures for a missed fracture dislocation in his elbow following prior trauma.
  • After seven years of recovery, the patient achieved nearly full elbow motion, with a perfect Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) and an ideal DASH score, indicating excellent outcomes post-surgery.
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