Borton Z, Ibrahim E, Thomas K, Rashid A. Eight-year follow-up of resurfacing hemiarthroplasty for advanced glenohumeral osteoarthritis following total acromionectomy.
BMJ Case Rep 2018;
2018:bcr-2018-226288. [PMID:
30115726 DOI:
10.1136/bcr-2018-226288]
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Abstract
Total acromionectomy is now a largely historical procedure due to a number of biomechanical sequelae caused by defunctioning of the deltoid, although its overall effect on joint kinematics is uncertain. This presents a challenge when considering arthroplasty for subsequent glenohumeral arthritis. We report on successful management of such a case, treated with resurfacing hemiarthroplasty 57 years following acromionectomy. The patient continues to enjoy excellent functional outcome of the shoulder at 8 years after arthroplasty.
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