John McDonald, Andrew D Lachance, Justin MacDonald, Oliver Sogard, Nathan Mooney, Joseph Y Choi
{"title":"Five-year clinical outcomes of metal-backed, hybrid, and polyethylene glenoid components in total shoulder arthroplasty.","authors":"John McDonald, Andrew D Lachance, Justin MacDonald, Oliver Sogard, Nathan Mooney, Joseph Y Choi","doi":"10.5397/cise.2025.00136","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2025.00136","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The glenoid components in total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) are numerous and have both advantages and disadvantages. This study aimed to compare 5-year functional outcomes, patient-reported outcomes, and conversion rates between patients who underwent TSA using metal-backed glenoid (MBG), hybrid, and all-polyethylene glenoid components.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The patients who were eligible for this study were retrospectively identified using electronic health records. The subjects underwent TSA performed by a fellowship-trained attending physician from November 2017 to December 2018 at a single institution. The inclusion criteria from 5-year follow-up data were adult-age patients (≥18 years old) who underwent TSA using MBG, hybrid, or all-polyethylene glenoid components.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 77 patients was included: 44 patients with all-polyethylene glenoid components, 17 with hybrid glenoid components, and 16 with MBG components. The mean patient age was 66.9 years, with the all-polyethylene patients being significantly younger (P<0.001). The all-polyethylene glenoid patients experienced a significantly longer operative time at 120 minutes (P=0.005) compared to those with other components. At the 5-year follow-up, no significant difference was shown in American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) and visual analog scale scores. However, a trend was evident in which the all-polyethylene patients had lower ASES scores (all polyethylene 87.0 vs. hybrid 100.0 vs. 97.0 MBG, P=0.086). The hybrid components tended to require revision more often at 12% vs. 6.8% of polyethylene glenoid vs. 0% of MBGs (P=0.310). No dislocation was reported, and only two complications occurred, both in the all-polyethylene group (P=0.387).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>At 5-year follow-up, patient-reported outcomes were similar when utilizing MBG, all-polyethylene, and hybrid glenoid components. Given the similar outcomes, MBGs and hybrid glenoid components could be considered favorable or preferred for potential surgical ease in a revision setting with conversion to reverse TSA. Level of evidence: III.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144128072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jong-Ho Kim, Sung Min Rhee, Jung-Taek Hwang, Chris Hyunchul Jo
{"title":"Rationale and methodology for injection therapy to treat rotator cuff disease: a scoping review.","authors":"Jong-Ho Kim, Sung Min Rhee, Jung-Taek Hwang, Chris Hyunchul Jo","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.01053","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.01053","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Rotator cuff disease is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition associated with significant pain and functional impairment. Various injection therapies, ranging from corticosteroids to advanced biologic approaches, offer potential solutions for managing rotator cuff disease. This scoping review consolidates evidence on the efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of these treatments. Corticosteroid injections, while effective for short-term pain relief, pose risks of tendon degeneration with prolonged use. Platelet-rich plasma demonstrates promise in promoting tendon healing and improving long-term outcomes, but variability in preparation methods limits its clinical consistency. Hyaluronic acid and prolotherapy show potential in improving pain and tendon function, often serving as adjuncts in combined therapeutic strategies. Emerging regenerative options, such as polydeoxyribonucleotide and bone marrow aspirate concentrate, leverage growth factors and stem cells to enhance tendon repair and reduce degeneration, with preliminary evidence supporting their clinical efficacy. By synthesizing current knowledge on injection therapy for rotator cuff disease, this review provides valuable insights for clinicians and researchers seeking to enhance the management of rotator cuff disease through injection therapy.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144128484","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Davis Hedbany, Bradley A Lezak, James Butler, Nathaniel P Mercer, Sebastian Krebsbach, John G Kennedy
{"title":"Adherence rates to the minimum information for studies evaluating biologics in orthopedics guidelines for clinical studies on platelet-rich plasma for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis: a systematic review.","authors":"Davis Hedbany, Bradley A Lezak, James Butler, Nathaniel P Mercer, Sebastian Krebsbach, John G Kennedy","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.01060","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.01060","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Lateral epicondylitis (LE), commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition involving inflammation of the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon at its attachment to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. In recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, an ortho-biologic treatment, has emerged as a promising option for the treatment of LE. Despite promising results in clinical trials, variability in PRP preparation and administration is a barrier to consistent outcomes. To address this, the Minimum Information for Studies Evaluating Biologics in Orthopedics (MIBO) guidelines were created in 2017 to establish a standardized approach for reporting findings in PRP-based studies. The objective of this study was to analyze and compare the rate of adherence of the MIBO guidelines in the use of PRP in treating LE.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This systematic review evaluates the adherence of studies on PRP for LE to MIBO guidelines using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Adherence was determined by calculating the total percentage of checklist items that each study adequately and clearly reported from the 46-point checklist.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 26 studies (954 patients) were included. Overall, only 52.2% of the 46-point MIBO checklist was reported per article on average with 0 articles displaying adherence rates of 100%. There was no significant difference in the mean adherence rates between studies prior to publication of the MIBO guidelines (45.2%) and after (53.7%).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This review demonstrated that studies evaluating the outcomes and procedures of the use of PRP in the setting of LE have poor adherence to MIBO guidelines. There was no difference in the adherence rates in studies published before and after the creation of MIBO guidelines in 2017. Level of evidence: II.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144129049","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Brett L Heldt, Justin L Lomax, Harrison B Houston, B Gage Griswold, Kevin A Hao, Elizabeth P Barker, Anna E Bozzone, Josie A Elwell, Stephen A Parada
{"title":"Risk factors associated with pain while sleeping on the affected shoulder after primary reverse shoulder arthroplasty.","authors":"Brett L Heldt, Justin L Lomax, Harrison B Houston, B Gage Griswold, Kevin A Hao, Elizabeth P Barker, Anna E Bozzone, Josie A Elwell, Stephen A Parada","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.01067","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.01067","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors of pain while lying on the operative shoulder following primary reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Patients who underwent primary rTSA with available (1-year) follow-up data were retrospectively identified. Demographics, diagnosis, comorbidities, implant configuration, surgical information, and pain scores (including preoperative, postoperative and improvement in pain) were assessed while lying on the operated shoulder. To categorize preoperative pain while lying on the operative shoulder, cohorts were defined based on above or below the average pain level. Postoperative pain and improvement in pain were defined based on the following thresholds: patient acceptable symptomatic state (PASS), minimal clinically important difference (MCID), and substantial clinical benefit (SCB). The PASS was defined as the 75th percentile of pain scores in patients with high satisfaction ratings after rTSA, while MCID and SCB were calculated as the difference in average pain improvement in patients with high versus low satisfaction rates postoperatively. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were conducted.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 4,235 patients who underwent rTSA were included. Previous shoulder surgery, tobacco use, and preoperative pain lying on the operative shoulder failed to achieve threshold values. Subscapularis repair was associated with an improved ability to achieve the thresholds.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Tobacco use, higher preoperative pain levels, and previous shoulder surgery were negatively associated with satisfactory improvement in pain while lying on the postoperative shoulder. In contrast, subscapularis repair was associated with clinically significant improvements. Given that postoperative pain when lying on the operative side is a frequent preoperative question, understanding these influencing factors is useful when counseling patients on postoperative expectations. Level of evidence: III.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144128773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An overview of artificial intelligence and machine learning in shoulder surgery.","authors":"Sung-Hyun Cho, Yang-Soo Kim","doi":"10.5397/cise.2025.00185","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2025.00185","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Machine learning (ML), a subset of artificial intelligence (AI), utilizes advanced algorithms to learn patterns from data, enabling accurate predictions and decision-making without explicit programming. In orthopedic surgery, ML is transforming clinical practice, particularly in shoulder arthroplasty and rotator cuff tears (RCTs) management. This review explores the fundamental paradigms of ML, including supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, alongside key algorithms such as XGBoost, neural networks, and generative adversarial networks. In shoulder arthroplasty, ML accurately predicts postoperative outcomes, complications, and implant selection, facilitating personalized surgical planning and cost optimization. Predictive models, including ensemble learning methods, achieve over 90% accuracy in forecasting complications, while neural networks enhance surgical precision through AI-assisted navigation. In RCTs treatment, ML enhances diagnostic accuracy using deep learning models on magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound, achieving area under the curve values exceeding 0.90. ML models also predict tear reparability with 85% accuracy and postoperative functional outcomes, including range of motion and patient-reported outcomes. Despite remarkable advancements, challenges such as data variability, model interpretability, and integration into clinical workflows persist. Future directions involve federated learning for robust model generalization and explainable AI to enhance transparency. ML continues to revolutionize orthopedic care by providing data-driven, personalized treatment strategies and optimizing surgical outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144127687","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ron Gurel, Shai Factor, Tamir Pritsch, Daniel Tordjman, Gilad Eisenberg, Oren Rudik, Tal Nativ, Yishai Rosenblatt
{"title":"Elbow hemiarthroplasty for unreconstructible distal humerus fractures: a case series.","authors":"Ron Gurel, Shai Factor, Tamir Pritsch, Daniel Tordjman, Gilad Eisenberg, Oren Rudik, Tal Nativ, Yishai Rosenblatt","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.01018","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.01018","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>To evaluate the outcomes of distal humerus hemiarthroplasty (DHH) in a series of eight consecutive patients with unreconstructible distal humeral fractures or failed open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Retrospective data including demographics, postoperative outcomes, and complications were extracted from electronic records at a level 1 trauma center. Surgeries were performed by a single fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon. The indications for DHH were unreconstructible distal humerus fracture or failed ORIF. Eventually, as accepted by current literature, no weight restrictions were applied. Range of motion (ROM), functional scores, and pain levels were evaluated during follow-up appointments. Minimum follow-up time was 12 months.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Between 2014 and 2024, eight consecutive patients underwent DHH. The mean patient age at the time of surgery was 68.1 years, with an average follow-up of 46.6 months. Patients exhibited satisfactory ROM, with near-complete pronosupination and mean flexion and extension of 125° and 25°, respectively. Functional scores, including Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score (35.2) and Mayo Elbow Performance Score (78.1), were good. Mean Numeric Pain Rating Scale was 3.9. Complications included two conversions to total elbow arthroplasty due to elbow instability and postoperative infection (staged conversion), one ligament reconstruction for postoperative elbow instability, two cases of ulnar periprosthetic fracture, and one case of ulnar nerve neuropathy.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>DHH for unreconstructible distal humerus fractures and failed ORIF allows for unrestricted postoperative lifting and yields satisfactory functional outcomes but does have a relatively high complication rate. Level of evidence: IV.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144127730","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ji-Ho Lee, Christopher W Jenkins, Gyeong Cheon Park, Kee-Baek Ahn, In Hyeok Rhyou
{"title":"Impact of immobilization period and anterior capsular injury on flexion contracture in distal humerus coronal shear fractures.","authors":"Ji-Ho Lee, Christopher W Jenkins, Gyeong Cheon Park, Kee-Baek Ahn, In Hyeok Rhyou","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.00955","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.00955","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Simple elbow dislocations exhibit residual flexion contracture after long-term immobilization. However, the factors affecting flexion contracture after fixation of distal humerus coronal shear (DHCS) fracture remain unclear.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study enrolled 21 elbows in DHCS fracture (group A) from 2007 to 2017 and 30 elbows in elbow dislocation (group B) in 2020, all of whom attended a single trauma center. Group A was divided by immobilization period into less than 3 weeks (A1) and more than 3 weeks (A2). Injury patterns of the anterior capsule were divided into proximal stripping, middle displaced, and distal avulsion on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Range of motion and functional outcomes were compared between groups A1 and A2.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All patients in group A exhibited proximal stripping of the anterior capsule, while group B showed middle displaced (37%) and distal avulsion (63%) injuries (P<0.001). The mean flexion contracture was 2° in A1 and 8° in A2 (P=0.139), demonstrating no significant difference by immobilization duration. Similarly, the groups had no significant differences in Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) or Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) scores.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Flexion contracture following elbow trauma appears to be more closely related to the pattern of anterior capsule injury than the duration of immobilization. Early identification of anterior capsule injury patterns via MRI could inform treatment decisions, particularly in cases where stable surgical fixation is challenging. Prolonged immobilization may be a viable adjuvant treatment option in such cases. Level of evidence: III.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-05-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144019489","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Daher, Tarishi Parmar, Peter Boufadel, Mohamad Y Fares, Wissam Khalil, John G Horneff, Joseph A Abboud, Adam Z Khan
{"title":"Patient-specific instrumentation in primary total shoulder arthroplasty: a meta-analysis of clinical outcomes.","authors":"Mohammad Daher, Tarishi Parmar, Peter Boufadel, Mohamad Y Fares, Wissam Khalil, John G Horneff, Joseph A Abboud, Adam Z Khan","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.01095","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.01095","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The introduction of patient-specific instrumentation (PSI) in total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) has improved implant positioning accuracy. However, whether PSI yields additional clinical benefit compared to standard instrumentation (SI) in the setting of primary TSA (anatomic and reverse) remains unclear.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Google Scholar were queried through August 2024. Inclusion criteria consisted of studies that compared PSI to SI in TSA (anatomic and reverse). Key outcomes analyzed included adverse events, patient-reported outcomes, and discrepancies between planned and achieved implant positioning.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five retrospective studies, three randomized controlled trials, and one prospective study met the inclusion criteria. There was no difference in complications (odds ratio [OR], 1.00; 95% CI, 0.16 to 6.10; P=1.00), reoperation (OR, 1.35; 95% CI, 0.37 to 4.91; P=0.65), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons score (mean difference [MD], 1.61; 95% CI, -4.08 to 7.30; P=0.58), Constant-Murley Score (MD, 3.06; 95% CI, -3.68 to 9.81; P=0.37), version error (MD, -0.76; 95% CI, -2.51 to 0.99; P=0.40), and inclination error (MD, -2.89; 95% CI, -5.82 to 0.05; P=0.05) between the two groups.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study found no significant differences in patient-reported outcomes, complication rates, or implant positioning accuracy between PSI and SI in primary TSA. Future randomized controlled trials comparing these two types of instrumentation would be useful to assess whether a benefit exists for PSI in the setting of primary TSA. Level of evidence: III.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144031523","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Teruhisa Mihata, Masaki Akeda, Michael Künzler, Michelle H McGarry, Thay Q Lee
{"title":"Biomechanical analysis of ulnar nerve gliding and elongation: implications for nonsurgical ulnar nerve release in cubital tunnel syndrome.","authors":"Teruhisa Mihata, Masaki Akeda, Michael Künzler, Michelle H McGarry, Thay Q Lee","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.00934","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.00934","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Nonsurgical ulnar nerve release was developed for conservative treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome. Our objective in this study was to investigate the amount of ulnar nerve gliding and elongation during passive wrist, forearm, or elbow movements to determine the most effective nonsurgical ulnar nerve release technique.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Seven fresh-frozen cadaveric upper limbs were tested in an elbow-testing system. Ulnar nerve gliding (mobility) and elongation (stretching) were measured around the elbow joint using a three-dimensional digitizing system. Data were compared between arm positions (elbow extension vs. 90° flexion, wrist extension vs. flexion, or forearm pronation vs. supination).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Passive wrist movement from flexion to extension caused the ulnar nerve to glide. The largest amount of glide during passive wrist movement was found at 90° elbow flexion and maximum forearm supination position (5.4±1.1 mm). Ulnar nerve gliding during passive forearm movement was subtle. The ulnar nerve tightened with elbow flexion. Maximum elongation of the ulnar nerve was 5.6±0.6 mm from extension to 90° flexion in the elbow.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Ulnar nerve gliding was most severe during passive wrist movement in elbow flexion and forearm supination. This result suggests that passive wrist movement from flexion to extension with the elbow flexed and forearm supinated may be the most effective nonsurgical ulnar nerve release position to treat cubital tunnel syndrome. Attention should be paid to the elbow flexion angle during nonsurgical ulnar nerve release to not exacerbate cubital tunnel symptoms. Level of evidence: Controlled laboratory study.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144043968","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Suhas Rao Velichala, Brigitte A Lieu, Aadi Sharma, Matthew Smith, James Satalich, Jennifer Vanderbeck
{"title":"Early complications and risk factors following reverse versus anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty for osteoarthritis: a nationwide registry study.","authors":"Suhas Rao Velichala, Brigitte A Lieu, Aadi Sharma, Matthew Smith, James Satalich, Jennifer Vanderbeck","doi":"10.5397/cise.2024.00906","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5397/cise.2024.00906","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) is an alternative to anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) for treating glenohumeral osteoarthritis (OA), particularly in elderly patients. This study evaluates 90-day postoperative complication rates and identifies risk factors for adverse outcomes in RSA and TSA patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the TriNetX Research NLP Network to identify patients aged 65-90 years who underwent RSA or TSA for OA from 2006 to 2024. 1:1 propensity score matching controlled for demographics and comorbidities. Orthopedic and infectious complications were compared using multivariate logistic regression.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The final matched cohort included 4,117 RSA and TSA patients. RSA was associated with significantly higher odds of orthopedic complications (odds ratio [OR], 2.251; P<0.001) and musculoskeletal infections (OR, 2.908; P<0.001) compared to TSA. Significant risk factors for orthopedic complications in RSA included nicotine dependence (OR, 1.592; P=0.001) and hypertension (OR, 1.545; P=0.001). In TSA, risk factors included male sex (OR, 0.702; P=0.005), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (OR, 1.650; P=0.016), and obesity (OR, 1.776; P<0.001). For infections, RSA risk factors were male sex (OR, 1.698; P=0.005), heart failure (OR, 2.396; P<0.001), and diabetes (OR, 1.525; P=0.039). Diabetes was the only significant risk factor in TSA (OR, 2.453; P=0.003).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>RSA carries a higher risk of orthopedic complications and infection than TSA within 90 days. Distinct risk factors for each procedure highlight the need for patient-specific risk stratification to optimize preoperative assessment and surgical decision-making. Level of evidence: III.</p>","PeriodicalId":33981,"journal":{"name":"Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144049701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}