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Sudah SY, Faccone RD, Imam N, Patankar A, Manzi JE, Menendez ME, Nicholson A. Poor evidence is used to support commercial payers' coverage policies for shoulder arthroplasty. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2023; 32:2222-2231. [PMID: 37247779 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2023.04.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Revised: 04/02/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of shoulder arthroplasty has continued to increase over the past decade. In response, commercial payers have implemented strategies to control the medical requirement of these surgeries in attempt to contain the growing costs. For example, most payers require a prolonged trial of conservative management prior to shoulder arthroplasty for patients who may otherwise be surgical candidates. However, little is known regarding the evidence used to support these indications. The purpose of this study was to analyze the references used by commercial payers to substantiate their coverage policies for shoulder arthroplasty. METHODS Ten of the leading commercial payers for total shoulder arthroplasty were identified. Publicly available coverage policies were searched on the internet or requested directly from the payer via email or telephone. Cited references were reviewed independently by two authors for type of document, level of evidence, and mention of the efficacy of conservative management. RESULTS A total of 5 coverage policies were obtained with 118 references. The most common reference type was primary journal article (n = 70; 59.3%) followed by review or expert opinion articles (n = 35; 29.7%). Most references were of level IV evidence (n = 60; 52.2%), with only 6 (5.2%) of level I or II evidence. Only 4 (3.5%) references mentioned the efficacy of conservative management in patients who may be candidates for shoulder arthroplasty. CONCLUSION The majority of references used to substantiate the coverage policies for shoulder arthroplasty among major commercial payers within the United States are of low scientific evidence and fail to demonstrate the success of required nonoperative intervention strategies. Our study underscores the need for high-quality, comparative trials that evaluate the outcomes of conservative management vs. shoulder arthroplasty in end-stage glenohumeral osteoarthritis patients in order to determine the most cost-effective treatment algorithm.
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- Suleiman Y Sudah
- Department of Orthopedics, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ, USA.
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- Department of Research, Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, AL, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York City, NY, USA
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- Oregon Shoulder Institute at Southern Oregon Orthopedics, Medford, OR, USA
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Sudah SY, Menendez ME, Moverman MA, Puzzitiello RN, Little D, Nicholson AD, Garrigues GE. The role of the anterior shoulder joint capsule in primary glenohumeral osteoarthritis. JSES REVIEWS, REPORTS, AND TECHNIQUES 2023; 3:21-27. [PMID: 37588061 PMCID: PMC10426523 DOI: 10.1016/j.xrrt.2022.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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The pathogenesis of primary glenohumeral arthritis (GHOA) is mediated by a complex interaction between osseous anatomy and the surrounding soft tissues. Recently, there has been growing interest in characterizing the association between the anterior shoulder joint capsule and primary GHOA because of the potential for targeted treatment interventions. Emerging evidence has shown substantial synovitis, fibrosis, and mixed inflammatory cell infiltrate in the anterior capsule of osteoarthritic shoulders. In addition, increased thickening of the anterior shoulder joint capsule has been associated with greater posterior glenoid wear and humeral head subluxation. While these findings suggest that anterior capsular disease may play a causative role in the etiology and progression of eccentric GHOA, further studies are needed to support this association. The purpose of this article is to review the pathogenesis of primary GHOA, contextualize current hypotheses regarding the role of the anterior capsule in the disease process, and provide directions for future research.
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- Suleiman Y. Sudah
- Department of Orthopedics, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New England Baptist Hospital, Tufts University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New England Baptist Hospital, Tufts University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences and the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
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The Surgical Treatment of Osteoarthritis. LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:life12070982. [PMID: 35888072 PMCID: PMC9319328 DOI: 10.3390/life12070982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition affecting the whole joint with the underlying bone, representing a major source of pain, disability, and socioeconomic cost worldwide. Age is considered the strongest risk factor, albeit abnormal biomechanics, morphology, congenital abnormality, deformity, malalignment, limb-length discrepancy, lifestyle, and injury may further increase the risk of the development and progression of osteoarthritis as well. Pain and loss of function are the main clinical features that lead to treatment. Although early manifestations of osteoarthritis are amenable to lifestyle modification, adequate pain management, and physical therapy, disease advancement frequently requires surgical treatment. The symptomatic progression of osteoarthritis with radiographical confirmation can be addressed either with arthroscopic interventions, (joint) preservation techniques, or bone fusion procedures, whereas (joint) replacement is preferentially reserved for severe and end-stage disease. The surgical treatment aims at alleviating pain and disability while restoring native biomechanics. Miscellaneous surgical techniques for addressing osteoarthritis exist. Advanced computer-integrated surgical concepts allow for patient personalization and optimization of surgical treatment. The scope of this article is to present an overview of the fundamentals of conventional surgical treatment options for osteoarthritis of the human skeleton, with emphasis on arthroscopy, preservation, arthrodesis, and replacement. Contemporary computer-assisted orthopaedic surgery concepts are further elucidated.
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Holschen M, Berg D, Schulte T, Bockmann MB, Witt KA, Steinbeck J. Arthroscopic and open partial arthroplasty for the treatment of focal grade IV cartilage defects of the humeral head. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2021; 141:1455-1462. [PMID: 32715398 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03552-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2020] [Accepted: 07/15/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Focal Outerbridge grade IV cartilage defects of the proximal humerus may lead to pain and an impaired shoulder function. In cases of failed operative or conservative treatment options such as intraarticular injections or arthroscopic microfracturing of the subchondral bone, partial arthroplasty of the humeral may restore the articular surface of the humeral head without altering the anatomy. This study evaluates mid-term results of open and arthroscopic partial resurfacing of the humeral head in the context of focal grade IV cartilage defects. METHODS Eighteen patients (f = 3, m = 15, mean age = 57.7 years) out of 22 patients were available for follow-up after 65 (24-116) months. Thirteen patients were treated with a partial humeral head prosthesis in an open technique and five patients received a partial humeral head prosthesis in an arthroscopic technique. The patients were followed-up clinically using the Constant-Score, the ASES Score as well as the range of motion. Plain radiographs (anterior-posterior and axial view) were carried out for radiologic assessment. RESULTS At follow-up the mean CS rated 79.5. The mean ASES Score was 85.8 points. Mean active forward flexion measured 163.8°, while mean active abduction was 160.0°. The average pain level on a visual analogue scale (VAS) made out 0.7 out of 10. Patients treated with an arthroscopically implanted prosthesis achieved a mean CS of 88.8 points and a mean ASES Score of 92.6 points. The patients with openly implanted prosthesis had a CS of 75.3 points and an ASES Score of 83 points. There were no intraoperative or immediate postoperative complications. Until the final follow-up one patient needed to be converted to total shoulder arthroplasty due to progressive glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Nine patients (50%) showed progressive glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Aseptic loosening of the implants was not observed. CONCLUSION Partial arthroscopic or open arthroplasty of the humeral head is related to good functional results after mid-term follow-up. Resurfacing of the humeral head is a safe procedure without any implant-related complications. There is a risk for progression of glenohumeral osteoarthritis, which may require surgical revision with conversion to anatomic shoulder arthroplasty. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV (retrospective study).
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- Malte Holschen
- Department for Orthopaedic Surgery, Raphaelsklinik, Schürbusch 55, 48143, Munster, Germany.
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- Orthopedic Practice Clinic (OPPK), Munster, Germany
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- Department for Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital, Bochum, Germany
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Matson A, Kunkel Z, Bernal-Crespo V, Chainani A, Chainani M, Finley S, Friedman L, Little D, Garrigues G. The histopathology of the humeral head in glenohumeral osteoarthritis. OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN 2021; 3:100147. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2021.100147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Revised: 02/16/2021] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Giles JW, Brodén C, Tempelaere C, Emery RJH, Rodriguez y Baena F. Development and ex-vivo assessment of a novel patient specific guide and instrumentation system for minimally invasive total shoulder arthroplasty. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0251880. [PMID: 34019573 PMCID: PMC8139503 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0251880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Objective To develop and assess a novel guidance technique and instrumentation system for minimally invasive short-stemmed total shoulder arthroplasty that will help to reduce the complications associated with traditional open replacement such as poor muscle healing and neurovascular injury. We have answered key questions about the developed system including (1) can novel patient-specific guides be accurately registered and used within a minimally invasive environment?; (2) can accuracy similar to traditional techniques be achieved? Methods A novel intra-articular patient-specific guide was developed for use with a new minimally invasive posterior surgical approach that guides bone preparation without requiring muscle resection or joint dislocation. Additionally, a novel set of instruments were developed to enable bone preparation within the minimally invasive environment. The full procedure was evaluated in six cadaveric shoulders, using digitizations to assess accuracy of each step. Results Patient-specific guide registration accuracy in 3D translation was 2.2±1.2mm (RMSE±1 SD; p = 0.007) for the humeral component and 2.7±0.7mm (p<0.001) for the scapula component. Final implantation accuracy was 2.9±3.0mm (p = 0.066) in translation and 5.7–6.8±2.2–4.0° (0.001<p<0.009) across the humerus implants’ three rotations. Similarly, the glenoid component’s implantation accuracy was 3.0±1.7mm (p = 0.008) in translation and 2.3–4.3±2.2–4.4° (0.008<p<0.09) in rotation. Conclusion This system achieves minimally invasive shoulder replacement with accuracy similar to traditional open techniques while avoiding common causes of complications. Significance This novel technique could lead to a paradigm shift in shoulder arthroplasty for patients with moderate arthritis, which could significantly improve rehabilitation and functional outcomes.
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- Joshua W. Giles
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
- * E-mail: (JWG); (FRB)
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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Large chondral lesions of the humeral head are often treated with total shoulder arthroplasty, but this may not be an ideal option for young, active patients. Humeral head resurfacing is another option, which better preserves the native biomechanics. This article and the accompanying video present the surgical technique of partial humeral head resurfacing, which further preserves the remaining healthy cartilage. It is described for a chondral lesion due to avascular necrosis, but the method has been successfully used to treat chondral lesions from a broad range of causes.
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Lorbach O. [Anatomical total shoulder replacement in glenohumeral osteoarthritis : Indications, current implants, and clinical results]. DER ORTHOPADE 2019; 47:383-389. [PMID: 29511786 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-018-3544-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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IMPLANT DESIGNS Within the last 50 years, implants for shoulder replacement have developed rapidly. Monobloc-stems in few sizes were changed to modular implant systems that allow for an individual adaption of the stem, as well as adaption of the humeral head component according to the specific anatomic situation of the patient. Moreover, stemless und short stem implants are available, which may highly simplify primary implantation, especially in posttraumatic cases as well as in revision cases with a need for removal or change of the implants. Concerning the glenoid component, cemented PE-inlays were further modified to increase long-term survival rates. Moreover, cement-free modular "metal-backs" allow for a conversion to a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty without removal of the "metal back" component. RESULTS Long-term survival rates of total shoulder arthroplasties achieve comparable survival rates to knee and hip arthroplasties with good to excellent clinical long-term results. In addition to an experienced surgeon, the key to a successful surgical result is the correct and timely indication, as massive contractures of the soft tissues as well as excessive abrasion of the glenoid bone may significantly impair the functional results.
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- O Lorbach
- Sporthopaedicum Berlin, Bismarckstraße 45-47, 10627, Berlin, Deutschland.
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Eigenschink M, Heuberer PR. Innovationen in der Schulterendoprothetik. ARTHROSKOPIE 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s00142-018-0244-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Brolin TJ, Thakar OV, Abboud JA. Outcomes After Shoulder Replacement Surgery in the Young Patient. Clin Sports Med 2018; 37:593-607. [DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2018.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Pastor MF, Smith T, Wellmann M. [Options in joint-preserving surgical treatment of osteoarthritis]. DER ORTHOPADE 2018; 47:377-382. [PMID: 29508008 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-018-3541-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The treatment of glenohumeral arthritis represents a major challenge in highly active younger patients. In these patients, an endoprosthetic treatment often achieves only unsatisfactory results with a limited lifetime of the implant. OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to identify joint-preserving therapies for glenohumeral arthritis. MATERIALS AND METHODS For this study, an extensive and selective literature search was performed. RESULTS There are several options available for joint-preserving treatment of glenohumeral arthritis. In addition to arthroscopic debridement with treatment of concomitant pathologies, CAM procedures (CAM: comprehensive arthroscopic management) according to Millett, as well as the interposition of allografts are other options. For all therapy options, an improved range of motion and pain reduction is described. A joint gap of <2 mm, bipolar cartilage lesions and age are described as risk factors for failure of the therapies. DISCUSSION Short and mid-term results have been described for arthroscopic debridement, but there are no long-term and high-quality studies to enable us to make clear recommendations. The CAM procedure and the interposition of an allograft are demanding procedures that should be reserved for experienced arthroscopists. The therapies are an option for younger patients in accordance with individual decisions and realistic expectations.
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- Marc-Frederic Pastor
- Orthopädische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover im Diakovere Annastift, Anna-von-Borries-Str. 1-7, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Orthopädische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover im Diakovere Annastift, Anna-von-Borries-Str. 1-7, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Orthopädische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover im Diakovere Annastift, Anna-von-Borries-Str. 1-7, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland.
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Pandya J, Johnson T, Low AK. Shoulder replacement for osteoarthritis: A review of surgical management. Maturitas 2018; 108:71-76. [DOI: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2017.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2017] [Revised: 11/05/2017] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Barlow JD, Abboud J. Surgical options for the young patient with glenohumeral arthritis. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SHOULDER SURGERY 2016; 10:28-36. [PMID: 26980987 PMCID: PMC4772413 DOI: 10.4103/0973-6042.174516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Young patients with glenohumeral arthritis are an ongoing treatment challenge. They typically have high demands of their shoulders, require long-term durability due to their young age, and often have altered local anatomy, through their disease process (instability arthropathy, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, etc.) or from previous surgery (capsulorraphy arthropathy, chondrolysis, etc.). Workup to evaluate underlying causes of early arthritis, and to exclude infectious causes are necessary. When nonoperative management fails, arthroscopic debridement, hemiarthroplasty (isolated, with glenoid reaming, or with biological interposition), and total shoulder arthroplasty are treatment options available to the treating surgeon. Debridement or hemiarthroplasty can provide pain relief for a subset of patients, but results have not been reproducible across the literature and have not been durable over time. Total shoulder arthroplasty provides the most reliable pain relief, but long-term glenoid loosening and wear continue to lead to high revision rates in this patient population.
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- Jonathan D Barlow
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Rothman Insitute, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Matis N, Ortmaier R, Moroder P, Resch H, Auffarth A. [Posttraumatic arthrosis of the glenohumeral joint. From partial resurfacing to reverse shoulder arthroplasty]. Unfallchirurg 2015; 118:592-600. [PMID: 26013392 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-015-0021-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Arthroplasty of symptomatic sequelae after fractures of the proximal humerus is a demanding procedure for surgeons. Exact preoperative planning is crucial in order to achieve acceptable functional results. OBJECTIVE Discussion of preoperative considerations in planning the procedure and choosing the appropriate implant taking the osseous anatomy and surrounding soft tissue situation into consideration. METHODS Selective literature review and description of personal experience. RESULTS The geometry and consolidation status of bone fragments as well as the conditions of the surrounding soft tissue have to be taken into account and influence the choice of implant used. Insufficient planning will not only cause intraoperative technical problems but can also greatly influence the subjective patient assessment of the postoperative outcome. Unequal strain distribution can cause early loosening of components resulting in malfunctioning of the implant. In this respect, knowledge of the position and consolidation status of fractured tuberosities with respect to the humeral shaft is essential and allows an approximate estimation of the achievable outcome. This is taken into account by the classification of Boileau which can also help to decide on which type of implant to use. Because such cases are scarce, reported results in the literature are heterogeneous, which is discussed in this article. CONCLUSION Each case needs a thorough and individualized preoperative assessment along with exact planning and should therefore be reserved for experienced shoulder surgeons only.
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- Univ. Klink für Unfallchirurgie und Sporttraumatologie, Paracelsus Medizinische Universität Salzburg, Müllner Hauptstraße 48, 5020, Salzburg, Österreich,
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