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Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Published on: July 5, 2011
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Outcomes after bilateral shoulder arthroplasty: a systematic review
Breanna A Polascik1, Aman Chopra2, Eoghan T Hurley3
1School of Medicine, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
|December 25, 2022
Summary
Bilateral shoulder arthroplasty improves motion and function. Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) offers greater gains than reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) but has higher complication rates. Longer intervals between procedures benefit outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Bilateral shoulder arthroplasty addresses complex shoulder conditions affecting both sides.
- Understanding comparative outcomes between total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) is crucial for patient care.
- The impact of the interval between arthroplasty (IBA) on outcomes requires further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Bilateral shoulder arthroplasty significantly enhances motion, strength, function, and patient satisfaction.
- While TSA yields better functional outcomes, it carries higher risks of complications and revisions compared to RSA.
- Optimizing the interval between bilateral shoulder arthroplasties is recommended for improved functional results and patient satisfaction.