[Latarjet's operation in recurrent antero-internal luxation of the shoulder]

Latarjet's operations as single therapy was performed in 52 patients admitted since 1976 with recurrent antero-internal dislocation of shoulder. There were no recurrences but three patients (6%) complained of residual instability. Effectiveness of results depends on use of a perfect technique : the bony ridge playing both an active and passive role should be level with the antero-internal border of the glenoid.