A nondestructive method to verify the glenosphere-baseplate assembly in reverse shoulder arthroplasty

Glenoid dissociation is a rare postoperative complication in reverse shoulder arthroplasty that has severe consequences for the patient and requires revision in most cases. A mechanically compromised Morse taper is hypothesized to be the main cause of this complication, with bony impingements and soft tissue interpositioning being cited as the most important problems. Intraoperative assessment of the taper assembly is challenging. Current methods require applying considerable torque to the glenosphere or relying on radiographs.

Jaar van publicatie:2016

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BOF-publication weight:3

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Authors from:Higher Education

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