Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow  2017;20(3):172-179

doi:10.5397/cise.2017.20.3.172

Recent Updates Regarding Outcomes and Complications of Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.

Seok Won CHUNG

Keywords

Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty; Initial diagnosis; Outcomes; Recent update

Country

Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

Indications of reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) have been consistently extended by technical advancements in reverse arthroplasty prosthesis, continuous development of the implants, accumulated experiences and its successful treatment outcomes; accordingly, its use has rapidly increased. RTSA has been performed for a variety of indications, with variable outcomes depending on the initial diagnosis. However, controversial opinions still exist regarding the design of reverse arthroplasty prosthesis (medialized or lateralized design and the neck-shaft angle of the humeral prosthesis), suture of the subscapularis tendon, use of cement during placement of the humeral prosthesis, and surgical procedures; therefore, these should be investigated so that they can be better understood.