Augmented glenoid implants in anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty: review of available implants and current...

Glenoid bone loss and retroversion increase the complexity of primary shoulder arthroplasty and affect the outcome. Although eccentric reaming, augmented glenoid implants, bone grafting, and reverse arthroplasty have been used to manage bone loss and retroversion, there is no consensus on treatment. Posteriorly augmented glenoid components can correct retroversion and avoid joint line medialization, which occurs with corrective reaming techniques. Full-wedged, half-wedged, and stepped polyethylene posteriorly augmented designs are currently available for use in the United States. The results of biomechanical and computer model studies support the use of augmented implants for the management of glenoid retroversion of greater than 15°. Currently, most clinical studies are retrospective case series. The short-term results of posteriorly augmented glenoid components are successful, with no clear evidence of the superiority of one design over another and unknown long-term survival rates.