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Metal Allergies in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: » Limited evidence is available within shoulder arthroplasty literature to fully assess if an association exists between the presence of metal allergies and outcomes after total shoulder arthroplasty. » Several systems are available for both anatomic and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty to provide patients with a nickel-free implant if a history of a metal allergy is present. » The results of this scoping review as well as extrapolating results from total knee arthroplasty literature suggest hypoallergenic implants produce similar results as standard cobalt-chromium implants and may present an appropriate option for patients with metal allergies.

Source: JBJS Open Access

DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.oa.25.00252

Authors: Lucas R. Haase, Conor M. Dolson, Robert S. Dean, Nicholas Samberg, Alexander Martusiewicz, J. Michael Wiater

Institutions: Beaumont Health, Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Central Michigan University

Language: English

Topic: Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,250