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Structure of lesser tuberosity of humerus

Known as: Lesser tubercle, Lesser Tubercles, Lesser Tubercle of the Humerus 
The anterior tubercle on the humerus neck where the subscapularis tendon inserts.
National Institutes of Health

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Bone structure of humerusDistal zone of subscapularisMiddle glenohumeral ligament

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2015
2015
The subscapularis-sparing approach in humeral head replacement.
2011
2011
[Bony avulsions of the rotator cuff : Arthroscopic concepts].
Bony avulsions of the rotator cuff and isolated greater or lesser tuberosity fractures are rare injuries and a clear consensus… 
Review
2007
Review
2007
Arthroscopic treatment of subcoracoid impingement caused by lesser tuberosity malunion: a case report and review of the literature.
2006
2006
Humeral osteochondroma causing a subscapularis tear: a rare source of shoulder dysfunction
The proximal humerus is a well-known site of predilection for the solitary osteochondroma—the most common benign bone tumor… 
2003
2003
A rare case of a four-headed biceps brachii muscle with a double piercing by the musculocutaneous nerve
A rare case of a four-headed biceps brachii muscle associated with a double piercing of one of the supernumerary heads by the… 
Review
2000
Review
2000
Coracoid Impingement
Subacromial impingement syndrome, or rotator cuff disease, is a common cause of shoulder pain. A less frequently recognized cause… 
1997
1997
Psoas Over the Brim Lengthenings: Anatomic Investigation and Surgical Technique
Lengthening of the psoas tendon commonly is performed for various conditions of the hip including developmental dysplasia and… 
1996
1996
Isolated avulsion fracture of the lesser tuberosity of the humerus. Report of two cases.
We describe two cases of isolated avulsion fracture of the lesser tuberosity: this is an extremely rare pathology, and to our… 
1993
1993
Modified-tension band wiring of displaced surgical neck fractures of the humerus.
1987
1987
Posterior fracture dislocation of the shoulder with biceps tendon interposition.
Posterior dislocation of the shoulder, a rare injury, results from direct trauma, indirect trauma, or via a seizure or electrical… 
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