CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS The revision of a failed shoulder arthroplasty is one of the most difficult problems facing the orthopedic surgeon today. Reverse shoulder arthroplasty has been proven to…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Early diagnosis of infection is the most important factor that affects prognosis. Treatment depends on the type of infection, isolated organism, extent of infection, and overall…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter describes one of the most common complications of total shoulder arthroplasty: glenoid loosening. A review of the literature describes the depth of the problem…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the humeral head accounts for 5% of all shoulder arthroplasties performed. Alterations to the blood supply of the humeral head result in…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter chronicles the evolution of shoulder replacement arthroplasty. Major concepts and contributors are identified. Many implants of historical significance, as well as those used today,…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter contains a review of the debate between total shoulder arthroplasty and hemiarthroplasty for the surgical treatment of glenohumeral arthritic conditions. The indications and contraindications…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Shoulder arthroplasty for posttraumatic arthropathy is more technically challenging than arthroplasty for primary degenerative arthritis. This procedure is reserved for patients with painful malunions and glenohumeral…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Arthritis can be a debilitating sequela of chronic shoulder instability and surgical stabilization. These patients are often young, and conservative options are limited. Arthroplasty in these…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter addresses the influence of pathology on postoperative rehabilitation, as well as the nuances of postoperative evaluation. In addition, we discuss both normal goals and…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Common complications of shoulder arthroplasty include infection, instability, stiffness, rotator cuff problems, loosening, periprosthetic fractures, and neurologic injury. We discuss the incidence and possible causes and…
