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Total joint arthroplasty. The shoulder.

R H Cofield

    Mayo Clinic Proceedings
    |August 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Total shoulder replacement surgery effectively treats glenohumeral cartilage loss. Resurfacing prostheses with muscle repair offer excellent pain relief and functional recovery for most patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic surgery
    • Biomedical engineering

    Background:

    • Glenohumeral cartilage loss presents a spectrum of pathology.
    • Total shoulder replacement is a common treatment option.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the effectiveness of shoulder resurfacing prostheses with muscle repair for glenohumeral cartilage loss.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 50 patients undergoing shoulder resurfacing with muscle repair.
    • Assessment of pain relief, mechanical failures, and functional outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • Consistent pain relief reported in 92% of patients.
    • Mechanical failures were rare, occurring in only 2% of cases.
    • Maximal return of function was facilitated by muscle repair.

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    Conclusions:

    • Shoulder resurfacing with muscle repair is a highly effective treatment for glenohumeral cartilage loss.
    • This approach provides significant pain relief and functional improvement with low complication rates.