Outcomes of anatomic versus reverse shoulder arthroplasty for B2 & B3 glenoids with an intact rotator cuff: An updated systematic review and proportional meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

It is unclear whether anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (aTSA) or reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) produces better outcomes in patients with Walch type B2 and B3 glenoids. The purpose of this systematic review was to examine the clinical and functional outcomes of anatomic and reverse shoulder arthroplasty in patients with B2 or B3 glenoids and preserved rotator cuff musculature.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search of MEDLINE, EMBASE, and COCHRANE library was performed from the database inception through November 12, 2023.

Results

There were 36 studies included in the final analysis. A total of 1349 shoulders underwent aTSA, while 478 shoulders underwent rTSA. The mean active range of motion improvements for patients undergoing aTSA and r

SUBMITTER: Aleisawi H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12274211 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature