ArticleJournal of shoulder and elbow arthroplasty2024
Locked Stem Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for Complex Proximal Humerus Fracture in the Elderly: Clinical and Radiological Short-Term Results.
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- Use of locking humeral stems in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for complex proximal humerus fractures: a scoping review.JSES reviews, reports, and techniques · 2026Review
- Radiographic outcomes of the humeral stem after treating a proximal humerus fracture with an uncemented reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: a multicenter retrospective review.JSES international · 2026Article
- Distance of the radial nerve from distal interlocking screws in long-stem reverse shoulder arthroplasty: a cadaveric analysis.JSES international · 2025Article
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Abstract
Purpose: To evaluate both the short-term clinical and radiological results of reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) with uncemented locked stem in the management of a proximal humerus fracture (PHFs) in the elderly. Methods: Retrospective study including 40 consecutive 3-4 part proximal humerus fractures treated with reverse shoulder arthroplasty with a minimum of 24 months follow-up. In all the cases, the greater tuberosity (GT) was reattached with a standardized suture technique and a local horseshoe bone graft. All the patients were assessed at the 24-month follow-up with Constant-Murley Score (CMS) and Visual Analog Score (VAS). Radiographic healing of the greater tuberosity was noted in addition to stem locking screws radiographic changes. Complications and revision rates were reported. Results: Mean final CMS for this cohort was 80 points. The greater tuberosity healed in the anatomic position in 90% of the cases (N = 36), obtaining an average CMS of 80 in these patients. Healing of the greater tuberosity did not occur in 10% of the cases (N = 4), obtaining an average CMS of 60. All patients scored above 100° in forward elevation with a mean of 140°. Mean active external rotation was 30°. Low-grade scapular notching was reported in <1% of the cases. Major complications were reported in one patient with an acromial fracture. No complications or loosening of stem locking screws were noted. There were no reoperations. Conclusion: In the elderly population, reverse shoulder arthroplasty utilizing a fracture-specific locking stem, low-profile metaphysis, suture-friendly groove, meticulous suture technique, and local bone grafting allows adequate fixation, variable prosthesis height adjustment, and enhances greater tuberosity healing. This approach yields positive short-term clinical outcomes without complications related to the stem's locking screws. Level of Evidence: Level IV Retrospective Case Series.
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