Arthroscopic Management of Displaced Greater Tuberosity Fractures.
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 33981550.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.eats.2020.12.006 and PMC identifier 8085357.
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Abstract
Displaced greater tuberosity fractures of the humerus require anatomic reduction with stable fixation to optimize rotator cuff function and prevent subacromial impingement. A wide variety of surgical approaches and fixation constructs have been reported, largely with favorable results. Arthroscopic management of these fractures allows excellent visualization with strong suture anchor fixation while minimizing soft tissue disruption, blood loss, and radiation exposure. The purpose of this article is to describe an arthroscopic technique for reduction and suture-anchor fixation of displaced greater tuberosity fractures.