Techniques for suture anchor removal in shoulder surgery

Although suture anchor complications after arthroscopic shoulder surgery are uncommon, they can be devastating, such as articular cartilage or bone loss secondary to a dislodged or prominent suture anchor. Proper insertion of the anchor is the most important factor in the prevention of this complica...

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Published inThe American journal of sports medicine Vol. 38; no. 8; p. 1706
Main Authors Grutter, Paul W, McFarland, Edward G, Zikria, Bashir A, Dai, Zhigang, Petersen, Steve A
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.2010
Subjects
Arthroscopy
Device Removal - methods
Humans
Postoperative Complications - prevention & control
Postoperative Complications - therapy
Shoulder Joint - injuries
Suture Anchors - adverse effects
Suture Techniques
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Summary:Although suture anchor complications after arthroscopic shoulder surgery are uncommon, they can be devastating, such as articular cartilage or bone loss secondary to a dislodged or prominent suture anchor. Proper insertion of the anchor is the most important factor in the prevention of this complication, but if a complication occurs, prompt recognition and treatment are important to prevent damage to the shoulder. The goals were to (1) discuss strategies for preventing or dealing with dislodged or prominent suture anchors and (2) introduce techniques for removal of these implants.
ISSN:1552-3365
DOI:10.1177/0363546510372794