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Recurrent Instability after the Latarjet Procedure
Khalid Alkhelaifi1, Osama Z Alzobi, Shady A Mahmoud
1From the Orthopaedic Surgeon, Aspetar-Qatar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Qatar (Dr. Alkhelaifi and Dr. Zikria), and the Department of Orthopeadic (Dr. Alzobi and Dr. Mahmoud), Hamad General Hospital, Qatar.
Abstract:
The Latarjet procedure is a favored approach for managing chronic and recurrent dislocation, especially in the presence of bone loss. Although generally yielding excellent results, the procedure carries a 15 to 30% complication rate. Although recurrent instability is a major concern, various complications such as infection, nerve injuries, and hardware impingement can also necessitate revision after a Latarjet procedure. Strategies for addressing this issue include glenoid bone grafting, using autogenous bone grafts from the iliac crest or distal clavicle, and allografts, with fresh lateral distal tibial allografts offering advantages because of their osteochondral nature. In addition, soft-tissue procedures offer another solution for recurrent instability, suitable for patients lacking substantial bone loss or those experiencing multidirectional instability. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the causes and management strategies for recurrent instability following a failed Latarjet procedure.
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