Differences in Coracoid and Glenoid Dimensions Based on Sex, Race, and Age: Implications for Use of the Latarjet Technique in Glenoid Reconstruction

ConclusionDimensions were significantly larger in males and in Caucasians, aside from coracoid thickness. Mean dimensions increased with advancing age. Coracoid positioning using classic or modified Latarjet techniques restored glenoid width defects measuring 20% of the glenoid width, while the modified technique allowed for restoration of larger defects.
Source: HSS Journal - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research