Lesser Tuberosity Osteotomy Versus Subscapularis Peel: Is There a Preferred Approach for Subscapularis Management in Anatomic Shoulder Arthroplasty?

Failure of the subscapularis to heal following shoulder arthroplasty can compromise the success of the procedure and may result in pain, instability, and weakness. Options for subscapularis management during exposure include lesser tuberosity osteotomy, subscapularis peel, and subscapularis tenotomy. The optimal approach to subscapularis management remains controversial. The techniques for lesser tuberosity osteotomy and subscapularis peel are described.
Source: Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Hot Topics and Controversies Source Type: research