Oct 16, 2024 · Superior labral anterior posterior (SLAP) tears are injuries of the glenoid labrum, and can often be confused with a sublabral sulcus on MRI.

May 21, 2012 · There are two types of labral tears: SLAP tears and Bankart lesions. SLAP is an acronym that stands for 'Superior Labral tear from Anterior to Posterior'. SLAP tears start at the 12 o'clock position where the biceps anchor is located, which tears the labrum off the glenoid.

Nov 23, 2012 · The reported frequency of types I–IV SLAP lesions has varied in the literature (type I, 9.5–21%; type II, 41–55%; type III, 6–33%; type IV, 3–15%). Type II SLAP lesions are by far the most frequent type identified on arthroscopy, and a …

Being able to distinguish anatomic variants of the superior portion of the labrum from pathologic abnormalities, such as superior labrum anterior posterior (SLAP) lesions, can be a diagnostic challenge for radiologists, yet this ability can guide patient care.

An MRI scan can show soft tissues, like the labrum, better than an X-ray. Sometimes, a special type of MRI, called an MRI arthrogram, is needed to see the SLAP tear. This test is performed by injecting dye into your shoulder before the scan is taken.

Nov 23, 2012 · Arthroscopy offers a means for definitive diagnosis. A superior labral anteroposterior (SLAP) lesion consists of a tear or detachment of the superior aspect of the labrum from the glenoid rim that can extend anteriorly, posteriorly, and …

Jan 23, 2025 · A SLAP lesion (Superior Labrum from Anterior to Posterior tear) generally occurs as result of overuse injury to the shoulder in overhead athletes or traumatic falls in older patients and can result in deep shoulder pain and biceps tendonitis.

Type III SLAP tears are a bucket-handle tear of the superior labrum without extension into the biceps tendon. The inferiorly displaced labral fragment may become entrapped in the glenohumeral joint. SLAP tears typically extend from the 10 to the 2 o'clock position. Case courtesy: Dr.ssa Eleonora Renzi.

MRI findings of a SLAP type 3 tear with HAGL and associated partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon.

Superior labral anterior posterior (SLAP) tears are an abnormality of the superior labrum usually centered on the attachment of the long head of the biceps tendon. Tears are commonly caused by repetitive overhead motion or fall on an outstretched arm.