Which of the following statements is true of a Bankart lesion?
A) It is an anterior defect on the labrum.
B) It is a defect found on the posterior lateral aspect of the humeral head.
C) It is caused by the compression of the cancellous bone of the head of the humerus against the anterior glenoid rim.
D) It is caused by an injury to the superior aspect of the labrum.
E) It is created by a divot in the humeral head.

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A Bankart lesion is an injury of the anterior (inferior) glenoid labrum of the shoulder due to anterior shoulder dislocation. When the shoulder dislocates anteriorly, the head of the humerus moves forward, causing damage to the anterior part of the labrum.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of a Bankart