Evidence map›Paper›PMID 26108726›Full record

ReviewDer Unfallchirurg2015

[Posttraumatic arthritis of the glenohumeral joint. Joint-preserving therapy options].

M Petri, R Meller, U J Spiegl, C Krettek, P J Millett

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Review in Der Unfallchirurg, 2015. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed, 1 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors at 4 institutions in 2 countries.

M PetriSteadman Philippon Research Institute, 181 West Meadow Drive, Suite 1000, 81657, Vail, CO, USA, mpetri@sprivail.org.
R Meller
U J Spiegl
C Krettek
P J Millett
Medizinische Hochschule Hannover · DEOrthopädische Universitätsklinik · DESteadman Clinic · USSteadman Philippon Research Institute · US

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe management of glenohumeral osteoarthritis in younger patients with high activity levels remains a challenge to orthopedic surgeons. The clinical results of joint replacement surgery are commonly unsatisfactory in this particular cohort with the associated problem of limited longevity of the implant.

objectivesThis paper reviews the indications, techniques and outcomes of joint-preserving arthroscopic surgery for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the shoulder.

methodsA selective literature search was performed and personal surgical experiences are reported.

resultsBesides significant pain reduction, improved range of motion and increased patient satisfaction, arthroscopic surgery can delay the need for total shoulder arthroplasty. A comprehensive approach that addresses all concomitant pathologies of the shoulder joint is of particular importance. Recent studies have shown that a glenohumeral joint space of less than 2 mm predicts significantly poorer results with arthroscopic therapy.

conclusionArthroscopic procedures are a good option to treat young, active patients with osteoarthritis of the shoulder. Patient selection and setting a consensus for appropriate preoperative expectations are of particular relevance.

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Shoulder InjuriesArthroscopyEvidence-Based MedicineHumansMinimally Invasive Surgical ProceduresOrgan Sparing TreatmentsOsteoarthritisPatient SelectionShoulder FracturesShoulder JointTreatment Outcome

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PMID26108726
OpenAlexW944854265

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