Subscapularis Function After Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Using Lesser Tuberosity Osteotomy or Tenotomy

• Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews Vol. 4; no. 5; p. e2000032
• Main Authors: OʼBrien, Patrick M, Kazanjian, Jack E, Kelly, 2nd, James D, Hobgood, E Rhett
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Wolters Kluwer 01.05.2020

Subscapularis dysfunction is a recognized complication after total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA). However, optimal subscapularis management during TSA is controversial. Subscapularis tenotomy (ST) has been used, whereas lesser tuberosity osteotomy (LTO) has gained popularity. This study compares the c...