Bankart lesion
A tear of the anterior-inferior glenoid labrum, typically associated with anterior shoulder dislocation in athletes.
Full Definition
A Bankart lesion refers to a detachment of the anterior-inferior glenoid labrum from the glenoid rim, often occurring in conjunction with anterior shoulder dislocation. Named after Arthur Bankart, this injury represents the most common form of labral pathology in athletes with recurrent shoulder instability. The lesion may be bony (involving fracture of the glenoid rim) or soft tissue only. In sports medicine, Bankart lesions are frequently seen in overhead athletes and contact sports participants, requiring arthroscopic or open surgical repair to restore shoulder stability.
Usage
Usage note: May be qualified as 'bony Bankart' when glenoid rim fracture is present.
In Context
- "MR arthrography demonstrated a classic Bankart lesion with complete detachment of the anteroinferior labrum." — Imaging report
- "The patient underwent arthroscopic Bankart repair using suture anchors to address the recurrent instability." — Operative report