Managing glenoid bone loss virtual surgery—A software solution

Inaccurate placement of glenoid prosthesis in shoulder arthroplasty can lead to early loosening, instability, and failure. To address difficult glenoid morphology, patient-specific instrumentation and navigation techniques have been developed. Advanced imaging data has demonstrated utility in preoperative decision making. Cadaveric studies have subsequently shown that the application of advancing imaging and navigation can lead towards increased accuracy with prosthesis placement. Clinical trials have also shown increased accuracy with navigation and advanced imaging, but data demonstrating improved long-term outcomes and decreased complication rates is not yet available. This technology continues to evolve as a method to address glenoid bone loss and abnormal morphology.