Capsule function following anterior dislocation: Implications for diagnosis of shoulder instability

2013 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 962-968 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie A. Rainis ◽  
Daniel P. Browe ◽  
Patrick J. McMahon ◽  
Richard E. Debski
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3_suppl2) ◽  
pp. 2325967120S0012
Author(s):  
Justin A. Magnuson ◽  
Brian R. Wolf ◽  
Kevin J. Cronin ◽  
Cale A. Jacobs ◽  
Shannon Ortiz ◽  
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Objectives: The Frequency, Etiology, Direction, Severity (FEDS) system is a reliable and reproducible classification of glenohumeral instability. Frequency is defined as Solitary (1), Occasional (2-5), or Frequent (>5) episodes per year; etiology as Traumatic or Atraumatic; direction as Anterior, Posterior, or Inferior; and severity as a Subluxation or Dislocation. 36 total combinations are possible, named by the first letter of each variable in order. The purpose of this descriptive study was to investigate epidemiology, surgical outcomes, and failure using FEDS in patients undergoing surgery in a large multicenter cohort of prospectively enrolled patients. Methods: 1204 patients undergoing surgery were assigned to FEDS categories. Two-year follow-up at time of analysis was available for 629 patients (85.7% of those eligible based on date of surgery). Those categories consisting of at least 5% of patients were further analyzed by patient reported outcomes (PROs) and failure rates for a total of 466 patients. PROs included American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons score (ASES), Western Ontario Shoulder Instability index (WOSI), and Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation (SANE). Failure benchmarks included rates of recurrent subluxation, dislocation, and revision surgery. Results: Sixteen categories represented at least one percent of patients. Occasional Traumatic Anterior Dislocation (OTAD) was the most common category with 16.4% of patients. Five other anterior categories (STAS, OTAS, FTAS, STAD, FTAD) and one posterior category (STPS) represented at least 5%. PROs and failure rates for anterior categories are summarized in Figure 1. PROs improved significantly for each category. A downward trend in WOSI and ASES was noted in particular with increasing frequency of the dislocation groups. The highest rates of each type of failure occurred in the occasional and frequent groups for both dislocation and subluxation. Low rates of failure occurred in STPS, with 17.9% reporting subluxation, 3.6% dislocation, and no revisions. Conclusion: While overall success was good, different FEDS categories showed varying degrees of improvement and failure rates, indicating that the system can be used to provide prognostic insight for presurgical education. Overall, outcomes for traumatic anterior instability decreased with higher initial frequency, showing worse PROs and higher failure. Frequency appeared to have the greatest effect on outcomes. Early surgical intervention may be beneficial in preventing progression to more severe FEDS categories, with higher frequency having previously been associated with both higher rates of bone loss and greater time between initial event and surgical stabilization.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angelo De Carli ◽  
Antonio P Vadalà ◽  
Gianluca Fedeli ◽  
Marco Scrivano ◽  
Edoardo Gaj ◽  
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Introduction: The treatment of chronic shoulder instability, associated with poor tissue quality, remains challenging in the setting of anterior capsular deficiency. There are a few viable alternatives in the end-stage shoulder instability when multiple surgical attempts to correct the pathology have failed. The purpose of the present paper is to demonstrate the efficacy of anterior capsular reconstruction with semitendinosus autograft for the management of capsulolabral deficiency without associated bone loss. Case Report: A 39-year-old female admitted in our institution with a history of recurrent atraumatic anterior dislocation of the left shoulder after three unsuccessful surgical attempts: Arthroscopic and open capsulorrhaphy and a Latarjet coracoid transfer. CT scan images showed adequate placement (flush) of the coracoid transfer without any sign of reabsorption. Reconstruction of anterior capsulolabral structure was performed using a Semitendinosus autograft. The middle and inferior glenohumeral ligaments, the more crucial ligaments for anterior-inferior shoulder stability, were effectively recreated. The patient did not suffer any recurrent dislocation or subjective symptoms of instability at the time of the final follow-up, 2 years after surgery, and the ASES score increased from 36 preoperatively to 86. Conclusion: This technique, described for the first time as a salvage procedure after Latarjet failure, could represent a safe and viable treatment option in the context of multiple ineffective surgeries. Keywords: Autograft, capsulolabral reconstruction, latarjet, recurrent shoulder instability.


Author(s):  
Subramanian Kanthalu Narayanan ◽  
Navaladi Muthusamy ◽  
Vanaj Kumar Pauldhurai

<p class="abstract">Shoulder instability, though often seen in younger individuals it can also occur in the elderly. Shoulder instability in the elderly is often missed and definitive management gets delayed. Treatment delay has a significant influence on the choice of surgical procedure and its functional outcome. We report a 77 year old female who presented with a missed anterior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint. She had undergone an open Latarjet procedure for shoulder instability eight months before her presentation. Considering her age, humeral head bone defects, rotator cuff tear and degenerative changes in the joint we opted for a Reverse Shoulder Replacement in her. The patient now has a pain free, stable and mobile shoulder joint. Her pre-operative Constant score was 11 which improved to 67 at 6 months follow up. Now after 12 months follow up, she has active flexion up to 150°, abduction- 90°, external rotation- 10°, internal rotation- 30<sup>0</sup> and extension- 50°. Reverse shoulder replacement is a viable treatment option for chronic locked shoulder dislocations with concomitant rotator cuff lesions. Though there is a concern about failure of the glenoid component due to bone defects, RSA is still preferable in elderly patients with low functional demand.</p>


2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 232596711769795 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael G. Saper ◽  
Charles Milchteim ◽  
Robert L. Zondervan ◽  
James R. Andrews ◽  
Roger V. Ostrander

Background: Literature on arthroscopic stabilization in adolescent patients participating in collision and contact sports is limited, as most studies include adolescents within a larger sample group comprised primarily of adults. Purpose: To review the outcomes of arthroscopic Bankart repair for anterior shoulder instability in an adolescent population participating in collision and contact sports. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: This retrospective review included 39 shoulders in 37 adolescent (≤19 years) athletes who underwent primary arthroscopic Bankart repair using suture anchors with at least 2-year follow-up. All patients had a history of trauma to their shoulder resulting in an anterior dislocation. Outcome measures included patient satisfaction, the visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, and Rowe score. Recurrence of dislocation and return to sporting activity were also assessed. Results: The mean age at the time of surgery was 16.9 years (range, 15-19 years), and the mean follow-up was 6.3 years (range, 4.3-10.0 years); 58.6% of patients participated in collision sports. Time to surgery after the initial dislocation episode was 9.2 months (range, 0.5-36.2 months). Four shoulders (10.3%) had dislocation events postoperatively. The majority (78.1%) of patients returned to sports at the same level of competition. Mean VAS was 0.49 ± 1.0, and the mean ASES and Rowe scores were 92.8 ± 12.6 and 85.0 ± 24.2, respectively. Univariate analyses demonstrated that subjective functional outcomes were negatively correlated with recurrence (ASES, P = .005; Rowe, P = .001) and failure to return to sport (ASES, P = .016; Rowe, P = .004). Independent variables shown to have no significant relationship to functional outcomes included age, follow-up, number of preoperative dislocations, time to surgery, sport classification, competition level, tear extent, number of anchors, concurrent Hill-Sachs lesion, and repair of a superior labral anterior-posterior (SLAP) lesion. Conclusion: Arthroscopic Bankart repair is an effective surgical option for traumatic shoulder instability in adolescents participating in collision and contact sports. At a minimum 4-year follow-up, arthroscopic Bankart repair effectively restored stability in 90% of cases; 80% returned to their preinjury level of sport.


2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 946-956 ◽  
Author(s):  
María Valencia Mora ◽  
Miguel Ángel Ruiz Ibán ◽  
Jorge Diaz Heredia ◽  
Juan Carlos Gutiérrez-Gómez ◽  
Raquel Ruiz Diaz ◽  
...  

Background:The clinical evaluation of the patient with shoulder instability can be challenging. The pathological spectrum ranges from the straightforward “recurrent anterior dislocation” patient to the overhead athlete with a painful shoulder but not clear instability episodes. Advances in shoulder arthroscopy and imaging have helped in understanding the anatomy and physiopathology of the symptoms. The aim of this general article is to summarize the main examination manoeuvres that could be included in an overall approach to a patient with a suspicion of instability.Material and Methods:In order to achieve the above-mentioned objective, a thorough review of the literature has been performed. Data regarding sensibility and specificity of each test have been included as well as a detailed description of the indications to perform them. Also, the most frequent and recent variations of these diagnostic tests are included.Results:Laxity and instability should be considered separately. For anterior instability, a combination of apprehension, relocation and release tests provide great specificity. On the other hand, multidirectional or posterior instability can be difficult to diagnose especially when the main complain is pain.Conclusion:A detailed interview and clinical examination of the patient are mandatory in order to identify a shoulder instability problem. Range of motion of both shoulders, clicking of catching sensations as well as pain, should be considered together with dislocation and subluxation episodes. Specific instability and hyperlaxity tests should be also performed to obtain an accurate diagnosis.


2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amir Varasteh ◽  
Zuned Hakim

Abstract Background Traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation is associated with a high risk of shoulder instability, reduced functional outcome, and recurrence. We conducted an audit to assess the direct management, review in fracture clinic, and definitive imaging of patients with anterior shoulder instability in Southport and Formby Hospital. Aim To identify compliance with the 2015 BOA Traumatic anterior shoulder instability guidelines. Method Identified all patients from 01/01/2019 to 31/12/2019 who had shoulder dislocation coded for their diagnosis. We used imaging, scanned notes, and clinic letters where available to identify the clinical information. We excluded patients with a false diagnosis code, and those with non-local post codes from the analysis. Results We identified 67 patients who had an anterior dislocation. 88% of patients had x-rays in both AP and Lateral.  We identified that 8.9% of patients had pre-reduction x-rays in AP only, 11.9% had no pre-reduction x-rays, and 1.5 % had no post reduction imaging. 79% of patients were seen in clinic within 6 weeks but only 40.3% were seen by a shoulder specialist and only 43.3% had appropriate imaging. 16.4% of patients were not given fracture clinic follow up. Conclusion Although most patients were managed acutely according to the guidelines, the follow up and subsequent investigations of these patients can be improved. One method we suggest is renaming fracture clinic days from consultant names to sub-specialty clinic names. In addition, a dedicated session to review the guideline with senior orthopedic surgeons cold improve the compliance as well.


2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_6) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Varasteh ◽  
Z Hakim

Abstract Background Traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation is associated with a high risk of shoulder instability, reduced functional outcome, and recurrence. We conducted an audit to assess the direct management, review in fracture clinic, and definitive imaging of patients with anterior shoulder instability in Southport and Formby Hospital. Aim To identify compliance with the 2015 BOA Traumatic anterior shoulder instability guidelines. Method Identified all patients from 01/01/2019 to 31/12/2019 who had shoulder dislocation coded for their diagnosis. We used imaging, scanned notes, and clinic letters where available to identify the clinical information. We excluded patients with a false diagnosis code, and those with non-local post codes from the analysis. Results We identified 67 patients who had an anterior dislocation. 88% of patients had x-rays in both AP and Lateral. We identified that 8.9% of patients had pre-reduction x-rays in AP only, 11.9% had no pre-reduction x-rays, and 1.5 % had no post reduction imaging. 79% of patients were seen in clinic within 6 weeks but only 40.3% were seen by a shoulder specialist and only 43.3% had appropriate imaging. 16.4% of patients were not given fracture clinic follow up. Conclusions Although most patients were managed acutely according to the guidelines, the follow up and subsequent investigations of these patients can be improved. One method we suggest is renaming fracture clinic days from consultant names to sub-specialty clinic names. In addition, a dedicated session to review the guideline with senior orthopedic surgeons cold improve the compliance as well.


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