Type II SLAP lesion

What does "Type II SLAP lesion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "Type II SLAP lesion" refers to a specific kind of injury in the shoulder. It's a tear in a ring of tissue (called the labrum) that goes around the shoulder socket. This type of injury specifically involves the area where a tendon of the bicep muscle attaches to the labrum.

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