Open Classic Latarjet Procedure Performed Using Freehand Technique-Surgical Technique and Outcome.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Latarjet procedure is commonly performed for recurrent anterior shoulder instability with glenoid side bone loss. Classic Latarjet procedure can be performed using specially designed drill guides, jigs, or by freehand technique. Here we have described a technical note on classic Latarjet procedure performed with freehand technique utilizing simple rulers and caliper. The functional and radiological outcomes of our patients have also been analysed.

Material and methods

149 open classic Latarjet procedures were performed using our technique between March 2015 and July 2018. The mean age of the patients was 32.95 years (Range 22-59 years). The functional outcome of the patients was measured using Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) and Oxford Shoulder Insta

SUBMITTER: Selvaraj MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8081819 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature