13 Posterior Shoulder Instability

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Alexander E. Loeb and Uma Srikumaran Summary A posterior shoulder dislocation can present as an acute shoulder injury, frequently associated with seizures or trauma, and is frequently missed in the…

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21 Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

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Alexander Bitzer and Uma Srikumaran Summary Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) refers to a group of conditions that produce varying neurologic or vascular symptoms depending on the etiology. Etiologies include compression…

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20 Scapular Winging

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Andrew Schneider and Uma Srikumaran Summary This chapter presents a condensed overview of the incidence, etiology, presentation, and treatment options for medial and lateral scapular winging. Though relatively rare, undiagnosed…

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19 Proximal Humeral Fractures

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Diana Zhu and Uma Srikumaran Summary Proximal humeral fractures are the third most common fractures and affect both young and elderly patients. Neer’s classification system is commonly used in determining…

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18 Clavicle Fracture

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Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary Clavicle fracture account for approximately 5% of adult fractures and there continues to be controversy in the ideal treatment. Clavicle fracture – collarbone –…

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17 Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

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Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary The reverse shoulder prosthesis was developed to address issues encountered while treating end stage glenohumeral arthritis in the setting of rotator cuff deficiency. Indications…

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15 Osteoarthritis

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Matthew Binkley and Joseph Ferraro Summary With an ever-aging population, osteoarthritis of the shoulder has become an increasingly prevalent condition for the primary care physician and the orthopaedic surgeon alike….

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16 Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

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Matthew Baker and Uma Srikumaran Summary Shoulder replacement has its origins in France in 1893. Since then, there have been many advances in the implant and technique for shoulder arthroplasty….

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14 Shoulder Stabilization Procedures

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Eric G. Huish Jr and Uma Srikumaran Summary Glenohumeral instability frequently requires surgical intervention to prevent recurrence. Various techniques are utilized depending on the direction of instability and the presence…

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