Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8804090 | Seminars in Arthroplasty | 2017 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Removing a well-fixed humeral component in revision shoulder arthroplasty can present a difficult challenge. Intraoperative complications including iatrogenic fracture, humeral perforation, segmental bone loss, nerve and soft tissue injury can occur. These complications can occur with both cemented and press-fitted stems and can lead to increased morbidity and decreased functional outcomes. Complete removal of the cement mantle and cement restrictor, when necessary, can present even further challenges. Several extraction techniques have been described that can help minimize complications and enable safe, complete component extraction.
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Authors
Samuel M. MD, Evan S. MD,