Two-year Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Using a Hybrid Glenoid Component With a Central Porous Titanium Post

To determine the effectiveness of hybrid glenoid components in reducing the frequency of glenoid component loosening, we evaluated clinical and radiographic outcomes at a minimum 2-year follow-up in 35 shoulders using a system with a central porous titanium post to augment the cemented pegs. Function was evaluated with the American Shoulder and Elbow Society score, QuickDASH disability score, and active shoulder range of motion. Postoperative radiographs were analyzed for radiolucent lines, progressive loosening, and at-risk signs. The average American Shoulder and Elbow Society score improved from 39 to 80 (P

Source: Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery - May 2, 2017 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Research Article Source Type: research