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Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Published on: July 5, 2011
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Three-Dimensional CT-Based Planning for Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty in Chronic Anterior Dislocation: Tips and
Georgios Tsinaslanidis1, David Ensor2, Georgios Mamarelis3
1Trauma and Orthopaedics, Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, London, GBR.
Cureus
|March 16, 2026
Summary
This case report details managing a chronic shoulder dislocation with a bony defect using reverse shoulder arthroplasty. The study highlights successful prosthetic fixation through component orientation, restoring function for a wheelchair-bound patient.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Chronic anterior shoulder dislocation with glenoid bony defects presents a significant management challenge.
- Restoring shoulder function is crucial for patient independence and quality of life, especially in mobility-impaired individuals.
- Individualized treatment is essential, considering patient factors and injury characteristics.
