Arthroscopic Stabilization of Osteochondral Fracture of the Anterior-Inferior Glenoid Using Double-Row Suture Bridge Technique

Abstract

Osteochondral fracture of the glenoid can be caused by traumatic damage in the shoulder, and addressing this injury can be challenging due to the complexity of the condition and the various treatment options. Left untreated, this injury can lead to post-traumatic arthritis and shoulder instability. There have been different surgical techniques for addressing osteochondral fracture, including open and arthroscopic methods, such as debridement, screw fixation, and bone graft, but there is a lack of a universally accepted treatment guidelines. In this technical note, the authors introduce a simple stabilization method for an osteochondral fracture of anterior-inferior glenoid using double-row suture bridge technique through trans-subscapularis portal created by an “inside-out” technique.