CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Total shoulder arthroplasty has become the surgical treatment of choice for most severe arthritis affecting the glenohumeral joint. With increasing numbers of primary arthroplasties being carried…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Primary humeral head replacement for the treatment of proximal humerus fractures, when indicated, reliably provides good results in terms of pain relief. However, the results for…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS In this chapter we summarize the use of partial resurfacing options for the treatment of glenohumeral cartilage lesions. We discuss the evaluation of patients, surgical indications,…
CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Total shoulder replacement in the setting of primary osteoarthritis has evolved over the years. Current techniques and modern implants allow for predictable pain relief and an…
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…
