Differences in Coracoid and Glenoid Dimensions Based on Sex, Race, and Age: Implications for Use of the Latarjet Technique in Glenoid Reconstruction.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Latarjet procedure restores shoulder stability through reconstruction of the glenoid arc. Prior investigations of glenoid and coracoid dimensions have been underpowered to detect differences based on sex and race.

Questions/purposes

We sought to establish normative values for glenoid width and coracoid dimensions based on sex, race, and age. In addition, we assessed the restoration of glenoid dimensions using the classic and modified Latarjet techniques (classic technique: placing lateral surface of the coracoid to the glenoid; modified technique: placing inferior surface of the coracoid to the glenoid).

Methods

A total of 993 cadaveric specimens (n = 1986 scapulae) from people over 18 years of age at the time of death were analyzed. Measurements

SUBMITTER: Knapik DM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6148576 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature