of Subscapularis Repair
Fig. 7.1 Axial MRI image of a torn subscapularis muscle with consecutive decentration of the shoulder 7.1 Overlooked Tendon Defects The visualization of minor tendon defects of the SSC tendon…
in Arthroscopic Fracture Management
Fig. 12.1 Arthroscopic fixation of a large glenoid fracture (Type 1b). (a) Direct visualization via the anterosuperior portal. (b) Cleaning of the fracture site using a shaver. (c) Improved visualization…
Complications in Shoulder Arthroscopy
Fig. 14.1 Representation of the arthroscopic anatomy of the shoulder divided into anterior, superior and posterior compartments The anterior, the inferior shoulder, and the posterosuperior shoulder. Each one of these…
in Posterosuperior and Three Tendon Rotator Cuff Repair
Fig. 8.1 MRI-assessment suggests a far medial SSP-retraction beyond the glenoid level; this is basically confirmed during diagnostic ASC (a, b); however, dynamic tear pattern assessment reveals (c) a reversed…
Problems and Complications
Risk factors for overall postoperative complications Risk factors for postoperative infection – Age between 30 and 60 years – Diabetes – Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – Coronary heart disease – Arterial hypertension – History of cerebrovascular accident…
of Bony Procedures for Shoulder Instability
Fig. 6.1 (a) Case of a coracoid graft avulsion at 7 days postoperative. (b) Case of hardware failure in a contact athlete who started exercising biceps curls at 4 weeks postoperative 6.1.6…
in Biceps Tendon Management: Long Head of Biceps Tenotomy and Tenodesis
Fig. 11.1 Apparent “Popeye” deformity in a young and highly active athlete The numbers of LHB tenodeses have increased dramatically in recent years [1]. With this increase in numbers, more…
in AC Joint Stabilization
Fig. 4.1 Grade III AC separation fixed with a hook plate. 3 months post op the device displaced, the lateral portion cut through the acromion and hardware is loose Reduction of…
in Arthroscopic Release of the Stiff Shoulder
Fig. 3.1 Arthroscopic capsular release (left shoulder, visualisation from the antero-lateral portal). The capsule is released in a 360° fashion, incision of the anterior (a) and posterior (b) capsule with…
Treatment of Acetabular Fractures in Older Patients
Fig. 7.1 AP view of the pelvis demonstrating corridors for anterior column, posterior column, LC-2, and “magic” screws Anterior Column Screw The screw is placed in a bony corridor that…
