All-arthroscopic removal of a suture anchor using an arthroscopic bur sheath

Suture anchors are commonly used in shoulder repairs, especially arthroscopically performed repairs. Anchors can become prominent and require removal. We describe a technique of arthroscopic anchor removal using a bur sheath.

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Published inArthroscopy Vol. 20 Suppl 2; p. 87
Main Authors Namkoong, Suk, Ruotolo, Charles, Nottage, Wesley M
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.07.2004
Subjects
Arthroscopy - methods
Bone Screws - adverse effects
Foreign Bodies - surgery
Humans
Lacerations - etiology
Lacerations - surgery
Male
Middle Aged
Radiography
Reoperation
Rotator Cuff - surgery
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Shoulder Joint - diagnostic imaging
Shoulder Joint - surgery
Suture Techniques - instrumentation
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Summary:Suture anchors are commonly used in shoulder repairs, especially arthroscopically performed repairs. Anchors can become prominent and require removal. We describe a technique of arthroscopic anchor removal using a bur sheath.
ISSN:1526-3231
DOI:10.1016/j.arthro.2004.04.038