Surgical exposure for reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: differences in approaches and outcomes.

Gillespie, Robert J; Garrigues, Grant E; Chang, Edward S; Namdari, Surena; Williams, Gerald R · Orthop Clin North Am · 2015

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Abstract

Reverse shoulder arthroplasty can relieve pain and restore function in properly selected patients. The procedure is commonly performed through one of 2 surgical approaches: deltopectoral or anterosuperior. This article describes the surgical approaches, discusses advantages and disadvantages of each approach, reviews the current literature, and presents data from our clinical experience.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy