intrathoracic displacement of fractured right humeral head: a case report

Intrathoracic displacement of the humeral head is a very uncommon condition and can be life threatening due to lung or heart injuries. there is a report of this condition where intrathoracic bone fragment was missed. because of rare incidence there is no guideline for approach and treatment of this condition. we hereby present a case of intrathoracic displacement of fractured humeral head in a man due to a car roll-over accident. this condition requires a concise team workup of trauma and orthopedic surgeons along with the physical therapists for the best possible decision making. displaced fractured humoral head into the thorax is a rare condition that needs more punctuality for on time diagnosis and team approach.