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Techniques and Materials to Treat Shoulder Pathologies by Arthroscopy: a Survey in Members of the Brazilian Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the preferences of shoulder and elbow surgeons from the Brazilian Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery to treat rotator cuff injuries, glenohumeral instability, and acromioclavicular dislocations considering a current and an ideal scenarios. Methods: A nationwide survey included 314 specialists who answered a 20-question questionnaire on treating shoulder pathologies. Results: This study included 314 specialists. Most (96%) perform rotator cuff repair arthroscopically and 74% use metallic anchors as a fixation method. In open surgery, most specialists reported using anchors (75%) instead of transosseous sutures. In treating glenohumeral instability via arthroscopic Bankart repair, 86% used three or more fixation anchors and 87%, bioabsorbable anchors. In Latarjet cases, 57% used cannulated screws. In treating acute acromioclavicular dislocations, 88% used the open route. Regarding fixation, 70% chose high-resistance wires; 65%, anchors; and 61%, Kirschner wires. Conclusion: The current Brazilian scenario has limited availability of ideal instruments and materials so specialists can treat shoulder pathologies. However, specialists' preferences agree with the latest medical literature.

Source: Acta Ortopédica Brasileira

DOI: 10.1590/1413-785220243201e283711

Authors: GUILHERME MACILLO CORREIA, GUSTAVO DE MELLO RIBEIRO PINTO, RODRIGO CHAUKE REZENDE, CRISTIANO NABUCO DANTAS, MARCELO COSTA DE OLIVEIRA CAMPOS, GILBERTO ZINN SCHÜTZ FILHO

Institution: Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro

Language: English

Topic: Shoulder Injury and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600