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Glenoid-Anchor Cerclage for the Unstable Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Surgical Technique

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Instability following reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) is a notable complication, with challenges arising from various surgical and patient-specific factors that negatively impact the glenohumeral compressive forces necessary for RSA stability. This paper introduces a novel glenoid-anchor cerclage technique to address the instability in high-risk RSA cases. By placing an all-suture anchor superiorly above the glenosphere and integrating it through a transosseous tunnel through the greater tuberosity, this method serves as an adjunct for improving stability by counteracting superior and anterior translation. Here, we detail our preferred procedural steps, preoperative considerations, and postoperative management for this approach, emphasizing its potential to reduce recurrent instability.

Source: SurgiColl

DOI: 10.58616/001c.124608

Authors: Teja S. Polisetty, Adam R. Bowler, Evan A. Glass, Jason Corban, Andrew Jawa

Institutions: Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital, New England Baptist Hospital, Boston Sports & Shoulder Center

Language: English

Topic: Shoulder Injury and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405681114