Term info
database cross reference
- UMLS:C4072849
- SNOMEDCT_US:17211005
- MEDDRA:10067628 (Winged scapula)
- UMLS:C0240953
Subsets
hposlim_core
comment
The serratus anterior muscle is responsible for controlling the scapula (shoulder blade), and weakness of this muscle (which may be caused by damage to the long thoracic nerve) can manifest as scular winging.
definition
Abnormal protrusion of the scapula away from the surface of the back.
has alternative id
HP:0000783
has exact synonym
Winged scapulas, Scapula alata, Winged shoulder blade, Winged scapulae
has related synonym
Scapular weakness
id
HP:0003691