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Supine‐Position Shoulder Arthroscopy Using the Anterior Portal as the Initial Approach

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Traditional shoulder arthroscopy mostly adopts the beach chair position or lateral decubitus position. Beach chair position is associated with the risk of cerebral hypoperfusion due to the vertical distance between the carotid artery and the heart, whereas lateral decubitus may induce brachial plexus palsy caused by excessive traction. Both positions demand special operating tables, which raises equipment costs and complicates anesthetic management. We describe supine-position shoulder arthroscopy using the anterior portal as the initial approach. The technical procedure is carried out in a supine position throughout the whole process, with relevant operations implemented via the anterior portal approach. This technique is safe, efficient, and easy to promote, which provides a reliable alternative to traditional surgical positions for shoulder arthroscopy.

Source: Arthroscopy Techniques

DOI: 10.1002/atn2.70109

Authors: Weidong Wang, Yingbiao Wang, Sen Li, Mu Gao

Institutions: Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Panyu Hospital of Chinese Medicine

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: $975