Abstract
IntroductionSuprascapular notch is situated in lateral section of margo superior of scapula as adjacent to substratum of processus coracoideus. Suprascapular nerve compression is characterized with chronic localized pain spreading to shoulder posterior and/or lateral areas, to under brachion and into the neck; and with weakness in shoulder abduction, and also atrophy of supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles. In our study, we aimed to exhibit notch suprascapularis morphology and the variations of this structure which creates an important passage for suprascapular nerve. MethodsThis study was conducted on 100 patients (35 females–65 males). Average age of individuals included into the study was 17–87 years. ResultsThe morphological study of the suprascapular notch revealed six different types of notches. DiscussionThe data we have obtained in our study are important to constitute a reference space of Turkish society. Furthermore, the fact that the differences between genders and right-left are exhibited will be helpful for surgeons who perform surgery in this region. Therefore, we conclude that the exhibited results will provide a better detail of information regarding morphometry of suprascapular notch and will aid in diagnosing and surgical treatment for shoulder pain.
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