Arthroscopic Shoulder Fusion for Obstetric Brachial Plexus Palsy

Abstract

Shoulder fusion for sequelae of obstetrical brachial plexus injury is reported as a valuable surgical solution with very good results and functional range of motion. It is traditionally performed in open fashion. Few reports describe the technique of arthroscopic shoulder fusion, but nearly all of them were done in cases with traumatic brachial plexus injury that have normal joint anatomy. This report describes and discusses the arthroscopic shoulder fusion technique in cases with disorganized glenohumeral joint secondary to obstetric brachial plexus injury. An illustrative case example is presented.