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Bankart Lesion

Pronunciation: BANK-art LEE-zhun

A tear of the anterior-inferior glenoid labrum, typically associated with anterior shoulder dislocation.

Full Definition

A Bankart lesion is a specific type of labral tear involving the anterior-inferior portion of the glenoid labrum, often occurring during anterior shoulder dislocation. Named after British orthopedic surgeon Arthur Bankart, this injury compromises shoulder stability and is a primary cause of recurrent anterior shoulder instability. The lesion may be purely soft tissue (classic Bankart) or involve bone fragment avulsion (bony Bankart). Surgical repair typically involves arthroscopic reattachment of the torn labrum to restore shoulder stability.

Usage

Usage note: Named after Arthur Bankart; capitalize as eponym. Distinguish from Hill-Sachs lesions which affect the humeral head.

In Context

  • "Arthroscopic examination revealed a classic Bankart lesion requiring suture anchor repair." — Operative report
  • "MRI demonstrated a bony Bankart lesion with associated capsular injury." — Imaging study report

Also known as

anterior labral tear glenoid labral detachment

Don't confuse with

Hill-Sachs lesion SLAP tear

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