Western Ontario Shoulder Instability Score Research Articles

Clinical Relevance of Persistent Off-Track Hill-Sachs Lesion After Arthroscopic Latarjet Procedure

Background: The Latarjet procedure is often used to address off-track Hill-Sachs lesions (OFF-HS) in shoulders with anterior instability. There are concerns as to whether the Latarjet procedure is able to convert all OFF-HS into on-track Hill-Sachs lesions (ON-HS) and whether this limitation could explain the cases of recurrent postoperative instability. Hypothesis: Latarjet surgery converts many preoperative OFF-HS lesions, but not all of them, and there is a difference in the failure rate between shoulders with converted lesions and those with persistent OFF-HS lesions. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: Patients with anterior shoulder instability and an OFF-HS lesion treated with an arthroscopic classic Latarjet procedure between January 2010 and September 2017 were retrospectively evaluated. Patients with moderate or severe shoulder arthrosis, rotator cuff tears, or age older than 50 years were excluded. Glenoid track (GT), HS, HS interval (HSI), and the difference between HSI and GT (ΔHSI-GT) were measured preoperatively. A postoperative computed tomography scan and a clinical evaluation, including the Rowe and Western Ontario Shoulder Instability scores, were performed at a minimum 1- and 2-year follow-up, respectively. Postoperatively, 2 groups of patients were obtained: (1) patients with postoperative persistent OFF-HS; (2) patients with postoperative ON-HS. Clinical and imaging data were compared between the 2 groups. Results: A total of 51 patients (n = 51 shoulders), with a mean age of 29.8 ± 8.4 years (range, 15-50 years), met the inclusion criteria. Six shoulders (11.8%) still showed OFF-HS lesions despite Latarjet surgery. There were no postoperative dislocations, but 3 patients reported subluxations. The subluxation rate was significantly higher in the postoperative persistent OFF-HS group (2 [33%] vs 1 [2.2%]; P = .033). There was a wider preoperative HSI (29.8 ± 2.4 mm vs 22.9 ± 3.5 mm; P < .001) and a larger preoperative ΔHSI-GT (12.2 ± 3.8 mm vs 4.82 ± 3.2 mm; P < .001) in the persistent OFF-HS group. A receiver operating characteristic curve was performed based on preoperative ΔHSI-GT values. A preoperative ΔHSI-GT value ≥7.45 mm predicted a persistent OFF-HS after Latarjet surgery (sensitivity, 100%; specificity, 87%; positive predictive value, 50%; and negative predictive value, 100%). Conclusion: Latarjet surgery converted many preoperative OFF-HS lesions into ON-HS lesions, but not all of them. Six patients (11.8%) retained an OFF-HS and had a statistically significantly higher failure rate after Latarjet surgery compared with those with postoperative ON-HS lesions. Because there were few postoperative OFF-HS lesions and few recurrences, findings are statistically fragile and should be confirmed with larger series.

Clinical outcome and return to sports activity after surgical treatment for recurrent shoulder instability with a modified Latarjet procedure

IntroductionThe Latarjet procedure is an attractive surgical option for the management of chronic anterior shoulder instability. The original surgical approach involves the vertical tenotomy of the subscapularis tendon. Alternatively, the subscapularis muscle is split longitudinally and the tendon left attached at the lesser tuberosity. HypothesisThe hypothesis is that the longitudinal split is of functional advantage and may lead to better functional results and earlier return to sports activities compared to the vertical tenotomy. Material and methodsThirty-two patients were included in this retrospective cohort study. In 14 patients, the subscapularis tendon was vertically incised (group A), whereas in 18 patients, the subscapularis muscle was split longitudinally (group B). Patients were evaluated at 1 year (FU1) and 2 years (FU2) after the Latarjet procedure. Results at follow-up were correlated with patient-specific data and compared with the preoperative status. Primary outcomes were the functional assessment based on Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) index and Constant Score (CS) and the assessment of the return to sports activity. Patients’ demographics, duration of surgery, and the rate of recurrent dislocations were recorded as secondary variables. ResultsAll patients started their sports activities with a mean±SD of 12.41±1.24 weeks. Interestingly, the time from surgery to full recovery of sports activities was significantly longer for group A (mean±SD of 30.17±10.36 weeks) compared to group B (mean±SD of 20.71±3.67 weeks). There is a statistically significant decrease of the WOSI score from the preoperative level compared to FU1 and FU2, indicating a decrease in instability related symptoms during the entire follow up period with no statistically significant difference between group A and B. There is an increase in shoulder function during the entire follow up period based on the CS. Most interestingly, there is a statistically significant difference between group A and B at FU1, indicating a significantly better shoulder function for group B at the early follow up timepoint (FU1). At the later follow up timepoint (FU2), no difference exists in the individual items. However, a significantly better total CS remains in group B, indicating an overall improved function compared to group A. Discussion/ConclusionThe longitudinal split of subscapularis muscle is a safe approach which leads to quicker functional recovery and return to sports activity compared to the vertical tenotomy, which is a benefit especially for active individuals. It is therefore recommended as the standard surgical approach. Level of evidenceIII; Retrospective cohort study.

Traumatic Glenohumeral Dislocation in Pediatric Patients Is Associated With a High Risk of Recurrent Instability.

The natural history of traumatic glenohumeral dislocation is well-established in young adults, but it is less clear in pediatric patients. We aimed to determine the rate of recurrent instability and medium-term functional outcome following shoulder dislocation in patients aged 14 years or younger. All patients aged 14 years or younger who sustained a glenohumeral dislocation from 2008 to 2019 presenting to our regional health-board were identified. Patients who had subluxations associated with generalized laxity were excluded. Data was collected regarding further dislocations, stabilization surgery, sporting activity and patient-reported outcomes using the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) Index and Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand score. Forty-one patients with a radiologically confirmed traumatic glenohumeral dislocation were suitable for study inclusion [mean age at injury 12.3 y (range: 7.2 to 14.0 y), male sex 29 (70.7%), median 7.9 y follow-up]. The incidence rate of pediatric glenohumeral dislocation was 2.5 cases per 100,000 population (aged 0 to 14 y) per year. Recurrent dislocation occurred in 43.9% (n=18/41) at a median time of 14.7 months postinjury (range: 1 to 54 mo). Skeletal maturity was associated with significantly higher proportion of recurrent instability (immature 6/24 vs. mature 12/17, P=0.01). One in 5 patients required surgical intervention for recurrent instability [mean 8 (range: 1 to 14) dislocations before surgery]. Twenty-eight patients had completed outcome questionnaires. The median modified WOSI score was 87.1% [270 (interquartile range: 65 to 795)] and the median Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand score was 3.4 (interquartile range: 0 to 9.7). Recurrent shoulder instability was significantly associated with poorer WOSI score (unstable 71.4% vs. stable 94.3%, 95% confidence interval of the difference 6.2-36.9, P=0.04). Traumatic glenohumeral dislocation in patients aged 14 years or younger occurs rarely but is not a benign event. One in 2 patients experienced recurrent dislocation and 1 in 5 ultimately underwent surgical stabilization. Level IV.

Open Classic Latarjet Procedure Performed Using Freehand Technique-Surgical Technique and Outcome.

Latarjet procedure is commonly performed for recurrent anterior shoulder instability with glenoid side bone loss. Classic Latarjet procedure can be performed using specially designed drill guides, jigs, or by freehand technique. Here we have described a technical note on classic Latarjet procedure performed with freehand technique utilizing simple rulers and caliper. The functional and radiological outcomes of our patients have also been analysed. 149 open classic Latarjet procedures were performed using our technique between March 2015 and July 2018. The mean age of the patients was 32.95years (Range 22-59years). The functional outcome of the patients was measured using Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) and Oxford Shoulder Instability Score (OSIS) at 2years of follow-up. Screw and graft positioning were studied in 24 consecutive patients with a postoperative computed tomography (CT) scan. There was no incidence of recurrent subluxation or dislocation post-surgery. Mean OSIS score increased from 15.63 ± 3.20 preoperatively to 42.44 ± 3.88 postoperatively (p value < 0.05). WOSI score decreased significantly from 62.54% ± 8.24 to 10.26 ± 6.33 postoperatively at 2-year follow-up (p value < 0.05). Postoperative CT scan also showed satisfactory screw placement in all patients. Open Latarjet procedure performed using freehand technique provides good functional and radiological outcomes in patients with recurrent anterior shoulder instability with glenoid side bone loss. The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s43465-021-00385-7.

Arthroscopic Treatment for Shoulder Instability with Posterior Glenoid Bone Loss Using Allograft

Several anatomical features contribute to posterior shoulder instability. Isolated soft tissue procedures in the presence of a significant glenoid bony pathology can result in high recurrence rates. The recognition of glenoid bone loss is essential for the success of the chosen treatment. The primary objective is to generate a safety profile for posterior anatomic glenoid reconstruction. The secondary objective is to evaluate the clinical trends and radiological outcomes of patients who underwent this procedure. To our knowledge, there are no clinical papers on this topic to this date. This study is a retrospective review of medical charts and diagnostic images of subjects who had posterior shoulder instability with glenoid bone loss and underwent posterior anatomic glenoid reconstruction by one surgeon (IW). Data was collected from pre and post-operative evaluations. This included an assessment by the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) index, as well as the pre-operative and post-operative imaging. This cohort of patients consisted of nine subjects with a mean age of 33.26 ± 9.94 years at a minimum follow-up of two years. There were no intra-operative or post-operative complications. All subjects had a stable shoulder at the latest follow-up. The overall mean pre-operative and post-operative WOSI scores (± SD) at the most recent follow-up were 72.60 ± 14.98 and 18.86 ± 16.77, respectively (p<0.05). The average AP dimension of the glenoid with graft at the most recent CT follow-up was 29.78 ± 3.49 mm. All patients demonstrated graft healing, and the grafts were shown to be placed in an excellent position. Of the nine patients, two did not demonstrate resorption, six demonstrated grade 1 resorption, and one demonstrated grade 2 resorption. The average screw alpha angle was 15.8 ± 4.6. Arthroscopic posterior shoulder stabilization with distal tibia allograft reconstruction demonstrates promising clinical, functional and radiographic results with an excellent safety profile. However, further investigations are required to obtain the longevity of the positive outcomes.

Arthroscopic Bankart repair with and without arthroscopic infraspinatus remplissage in anterior shoulder instability with a Hill-Sachs defect: a randomized controlled trial

The purpose of this study was to compare patient-reported and clinic outcomes between arthroscopic Bankart repair with (REMP) and without (NO REMP) arthroscopic infraspinatus remplissage in patients with recurrent anterior shoulder instability with a Hill-Sachs lesion and minimal glenoid bone loss. Patients 14 years or older with a recurrent anterior shoulder instability with the presence of an engaging Hill-Sachs defect (of any size) confirmed on computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging were eligible to participate. Consented patients were randomized intraoperatively to NO REMP or REMP. Study visits were conducted preoperatively and 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively. The primary outcome was the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability score. Secondary outcomes included incidence of postoperative recurrent shoulder instability, Simple Shoulder Test, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons score, range of motion, complications, and revision surgery. To compare groups, a mixed-effects linear model was used for continuous variables and a χ2 or Fisher's exact test for categorical data. A Kaplan-Meier survival analysis assessed survival distribution between groups. One hundred and eight patients were randomized to Bankart repair with (n = 54) or without (n = 54) remplissage. The mean follow-up was 26.5 months (21-53 months) and 24.3 months (23-64 months) for the REMP and NO REMP groups, respectively. Rates of postoperative recurrent instability were higher (P = .027) in the NO REMP group with 9 of 50 (18%) vs. 2 of 52 (4%) postoperative dislocations in the REMP group. There were no significant differences in patient-reported outcomes between groups at any time point. Survival curve distributions were also significantly different favoring REMP (χ2 = 5.255, P = .022). There was a significant difference in rate of revision surgery between groups with 6 in the NO REMP and none in the REMP groups (P = .029). Post hoc, patients were noted to have a higher risk for re-dislocation if their Hill-Sachs lesion was ≥20 mm in width or ≥15% of humeral head diameter. One intraoperative complication was reported in the REMP group. There is significantly greater risk of postoperative recurrent instability in patients who did not have a remplissage performed in conjunction with an arthroscopic Bankart repair for the treatment of traumatic recurrent anterior shoulder instability with Hill-Sachs lesions of any size and minimal glenoid bone loss (<15%) at 2 years postoperatively. Otherwise, there are no differences in patient-reported outcomes, complications, or shoulder function at 2 years postoperatively. In addition, the remplissage procedure has significantly lower rates of re-dislocation in high-risk patients with Hill-Sachs lesions ≥20 mm and/or ≥15% in size.

Predictors of Large Labral Tears: A Multicenter Orthopaedic Outcomes Network (MOON) Shoulder Instability Cohort Study

Objectives:Labral tears are often described by either their location (superior, anterior, or posterior) or their size, commonly defined as degrees of labral involvement from 0° to 360°. Large tears are thought to include 270° or more of the labrum, which has been reported to include 3.3% to 6.5% of those undergoing shoulder instability surgery for labral pathology. Demographic or injury characteristics of those with large labral tears (>270°) has not been defined in the literature. The purpose of this study was to identify factors predictive of a large labral tear at the time of shoulder instability surgery.Methods:As part of the Multicenter Orthopaedic Outcomes Network (MOON) Shoulder Instability cohort, patients undergoing open or arthroscopic shoulder instability surgery for a labral tear were evaluated. Those with an isolated SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) tear or a concomitant rotator cuff tear requiring repair were excluded. Demographic data, injury history, preoperative patient-reported outcome scores (PROs), imaging and intraoperative findings, and surgical procedures performed were recorded. The treating surgeon reported the size and location of labral pathology visualized at the time of surgery. Patients with greater than a 270° tear were defined as having a large labral tear. For categorical demographic variables, a chi-square test or Fisher’s Exact test was used, as appropriate based on cell counts. For continuous demographic variables, a two-sample t-test was performed. In order to build a predictive logistic regression model for large tears, the Feasible Solutions Algorithm (Lambert et al. 2018) was used to add significant interaction effects iteratively until no more significant two-way interactions could be added to the model.Results:After applying exclusion criteria, 1235 patients were available for analysis. There were 222 females (18.0%) and 1013 males (82.0%) in the cohort with an average age of 24.7 years old (12 – 66 years old). The incidence of large tears was 4.6% with the average tear size being 141.9°, or 39.4%. Males accounted for significantly more of the large tears seen in the cohort (94.7%, p = 0.01). Racquet sports (p = 0.002), swimming (p = 0.02), softball (p = 0.05), skiing (p = 0.04), and golf (p = 0.04) were all found to be predictive of large labral tears as was a higher Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) score (p = 0.01) (Table 1). Patients with a larger body mass index (BMI) who played contact sports were also more likely to have large tears (p = 0.007). Age, race, history of dislocation, injury during sport, or previous shoulder surgery were not associated with having a larger tear.Conclusion:Patients with large labral tears are a small, but not insignificant, subset of patients undergoing shoulder instability surgery. Multiple factors were identified as being associated with large labral tears at the time of surgery including male sex, pre-operative WOSI score, and participation in certain sports including racquet sports, softball, skiing, swimming, and golf. Surgeons treating patients with these risk factors should be prepared to encounter a large labral tear at the time of surgery. Further studies will evaluate the outcomes of this patient population.Table 1.Comparison of patient demographics and sport history between shoulder instability patients with large labral tears (>270°).Small Tears (<270°)Large Tears(>270°)PN1178 (95.4%)57 (4.6%)-Sex (F, M (%F))219,959 (81.4% M)3, 54 (94.7% M)0.01Age24.69.0265.9.70.13Injury During Sport836 (71.0%)42 (73.7%)0.74Racquet Sport46 (3.9%)7 (12.3%)0.002Swimming205 (17.4%)17 (29.8%)0.02Softball114 (9.7%)10 (17.5%)0.05Skiing206 (17.5%)16 (28.1%)0.04Golf225 (19.0%)17 (19.8%)0.04

Large Drill Holes Are Still Present in the Long Term After Arthroscopic Bankart Repair With Absorbable Tacks: An 18-Year Randomized Prospective Study

Background: Studies have demonstrated the development of an osseous reaction at the drill sites of anchors after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Purpose: To investigate the drill-hole size at 18 years after arthroscopic Bankart repair using either fast polygluconate acid (PGA) or slow polylevolactic acid (PLLA) absorbable tacks and to compare the functional outcomes and development of osteoarthritis. Study design: Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 2. Methods: 40 patients with unidirectional anterior shoulder instability, treated with arthroscopic Bankart repair, were randomized into the PGA group (n = 20) or the PLLA group (n = 20). Plain radiographs of both shoulders, as well as computed tomography (CT) images of the operated shoulder, were used to evaluate the drill-hole size, volume, and degenerative changes. Functional outcomes were assessed by use of the Rowe score, Constant score, and Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) index. Results: Of the 40 patients, 32 patients returned for the follow-up (15 PGA and 17 PLLA). No significant differences were found in the population characteristics between the study groups. The mean follow-up time was 18 years for both groups. No significant differences were seen in range of motion, strength in abduction, or Constant, Rowe, and WOSI scores between the groups. Recurrence rate was 33% in the PGA group and 6% in the PLLA group during the follow-up period (P = .07). The drill-hole appearance on plain radiographs (invisible/hardly visible/visible/cystic) was 11/2/2/0 and 6/5/5/1 for the PGA and PLLA groups, respectively (P = .036). The mean ± SD drill-hole volume as estimated on CT images was 89 ± 94 and 184 ± 158 mm3 in the PGA and PLLA groups, respectively (P = .051). Degenerative changes (normal/minor/moderate/severe) on plain radiographs were 7/4/4/0 and 3/8/5/1 for the PGA and PLLA groups, respectively (P = .21), and on CT images were 5/7/3/0 and 2/6/6/3 for the PGA and PLLA groups, respectively (P = .030). Conclusion: This long-term follow-up study demonstrated that the PLLA group had significantly more visible drill holes than the PGA group on plain radiographs. However, this difference was not evident on CT imaging, with both groups having several visible cystic drill holes and a substantial drill-hole volume defect. No significant differences were found between the study groups in terms of clinical outcomes.

Influence sur l’activité quotidienne d’une perte de substance glénoïdienne modérée dans l’instabilité antérieure d’épaule

BackgroundIt has been biomechanically demonstrated that 20 to 25% is a critical glenoid bone loss. Recently, there are several reports describing that a bone loss less than 20 to 25% needed to be treated because patients may have decreased quality of life without recurrent instability events. The purpose of this study was to clarify the presence of subcritical bone loss that would affect postoperative instability or quality of life. MethodsSubjects were 43 patients aged≤40 years with less than 25% glenoid bone loss who had undergone arthroscopic Bankart repair. These patients were assessed at a mean follow-up of 32 months. The Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) and Rowe scores were used for the clinical evaluation. Patients were divided in 3 groups based on the percentage of bone loss: group 1: <8%; group 2: 8% to 17%; and group 3: >17%. ResultsThe recurrence rate was 7% (3/43 shoulders). A weak negative correlation was seen between bone loss and Sports/Recreation/Work domain of the WOSI score (r=−0.304, p=0.0191). The WOSI for group 3 was significantly lower than that for groups 1 and 2 (p=0.0009). The male WOSI scores were significantly lower than the female ones (p=0.0471). The WOSI scores of the contact athletes were significantly lower than those of noncontact athletes (p=0.0275). All the patients in Group 3 were males and participated in contact sports. ConclusionGlenoid bone loss between 17 and 25% is considered to be a “subcritical bone loss” in our series, especially in male patients who are involved in sports or high-level activities. Level of evidenceIII, retrospective study.

Effect of subcritical glenoid bone loss on activities of daily living in patients with anterior shoulder instability

BackgroundIt has been biomechanically demonstrated that 20% to 25% is a critical glenoid bone loss. Recently, there are several reports describing that a bone loss less than 20% to 25% needed to be treated because patients may have decreased quality of life without recurrent instability events. The purpose of this study was to clarify the presence of subcritical bone loss that would affect postoperative instability or quality of life. MethodsSubjects were 43 patients aged≤40years with less than 25% glenoid bone loss who had undergone arthroscopic Bankart repair. These patients were assessed at a mean follow-up of 32months. The Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) and Rowe scores were used for the clinical evaluation. Patients were divided in 3 groups based on the percentage of bone loss: group 1: <8%; group 2: 8% to 17%; and group 3: >17%. ResultsThe recurrence rate was 7% (3/43 shoulders). A weak negative correlation was seen between bone loss and sports/recreation/work domain of the WOSI score (r=−0.304, p=0.0191). The WOSI for group 3 was significantly lower than that for group 1 and 2 (p=0.0009). The male WOSI scores were significantly lower than the female ones (p=0.0471). The WOSI scores of the contact athletes were significantly lower than those of non-contact athletes (p=0.0275). All the patients in Group 3 were males and participated in contact sports. ConclusionGlenoid bone loss between 17% and 25% is considered to be a “subcritical bone loss” in our series, especially in male patients who are involved in sports or high-level activities. Level of evidenceIII, retrospective study.

Arthroscopic Bankart Repair with and without Arthroscopic Infraspinatus Remplissage in Anterior Shoulder Instability with Hill-Sachs Defect: Randomized Controlled Trial

Objectives:The purpose of this prospective randomized, double blinded controlled trial was to compare patient-reported outcomes and clinical results between arthroscopic Bankart repair with and without arthroscopic infraspinatus remplissage in patients with anterior shoulder instability with a Hill-Sachs lesion. Failure to recognize and address large Hill Sach’s defects during arthroscopic stabilization surgery for glenohumeral instability is known to lead to high rates of recurrence. Arthroscopic remplissage has evolved in recent years as a reproducible technique with a proposed benefit of decreased dislocations. However, there are no high level clinical studies to conclusively support its efficacy in reducing redislocations.Methods:One hundred and four patients, aged 14 years and older, with a confirmed Hill Sach’s lesion on ultrasound, CT or MRI, were randomized intraoperatively after confirming an engaging Hill Sach’s lesion to either undergo arthroscopic infraspinatus remplissage (REMP) or no remplissage during arthroscopic Bankart repair (NO REMP). Exclusion criteria included a glenoid defect >15% of the AP glenoid diameter, significant shoulder arthropathy, infection, or medical comorbidities. The primary outcome measure was the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability score (WOSI). Secondary outcomes included the Simple Shoulder Test (SST), the American Shoulder and Elbow Society standardized assessment of shoulder function (ASES), active range of motion, stability tests, and incidence of revision surgery. Study time points were pre-, 3-, 6-, 12-, and 24-months post-operative. Significance level was 0.05.Results:A summary of demographics and outcomes are presented in Table 1. There were 53 patients (45 men, 8 women) randomized to REMP and 52 (46 men, 6 women) patients to NO REMP. The groups were comparable with regard to age, body mass index (BMI), and gender distribution). Both groups demonstrated a similar improvement in all subjective scores over time to 12-months post-operative with no difference between the groups (collection of data to 24-months post-operative is ongoing until 2019). The WOSI significantly improved from pre- to 12-months post-operative in both study groups. There were no differences between groups at any time point. ASES scores and SST scores followed a similar pattern. Additionally, there were no differences in range of motion between groups at any time point. There were 2/53 re-dislocations in REMP postoperatively compared to 6/52 in NO REMP; this difference was not significant (p=0.161). There were no differences between groups in reports of limitations in participation in sport attributed to the operated shoulder up to 12-months post-operative.Conclusion:Based on this study, there is no difference in subjective outcome scores and redislocations rates between remplissage and no remplissage for an engaging Hill Sach’s lesion while performing arthroscopic Bankart stabilization. As data continues to be gathered to 24-months post-operative including MRI, longer term benefits or drawbacks may become evident.Table 1.Subjective outcomes by group - Mean (SD).NO REMPREMPp-valueWOSI (%): Pre43 (21.7)43.1 (17.5)0.904WOSI (%): 12 mo79.1 (19.8)81.1 (14.9)0.645ASES (%): Pre69.2 (22.3)74.1 (18.2)0.239ASES (%): 12 mo89.1 (11.5)89.1 (14.3)0.990SST (/12): Pre9.1 (2.4)8.9 (2.8)0.675SST (/12): 12 mo11.4 (1.3)11.5 (1.0)0.631Limited by shoulder in return to sport (0-100): 12 mo27.4 (31.3)20.9 (24.3)0.351

Effect of Arthroscopic Stabilization on In Vivo Glenohumeral Joint Motion and Clinical Outcomes in Patients With Anterior Instability

Background: Glenohumeral joint (GHJ) dislocations are common, and the resulting shoulder instability is often treated with arthroscopic stabilization. These procedures result in favorable clinical outcomes, but abnormal GHJ motion may persist, which may place patients at risk for developing osteoarthritis. However, the effects of shoulder instability and arthroscopic stabilization on GHJ motion are not well understood. Hypothesis: GHJ motion is significantly influenced by anterior instability and arthroscopic stabilization, but postsurgical measures of GHJ motion are not different from those of control subjects. Study Design: Controlled laboratory study. Methods: In vivo GHJ motion was measured by applying a computed tomographic model-based tracking technique to biplane radiographic images acquired during an apprehension test in healthy control subjects (n = 11) and anterior instability patients (n = 11). Patients were tested before surgery and at 6 months after surgery. Control subjects were tested once. Shoulder strength, active range of motion (ROM), and the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) index were also measured. Results: Before surgery, the humerus of the instability patients during the apprehension test was located significantly more anteriorly on the glenoid (7.9% of glenoid width; 2.1 mm) compared with that of the controls (P = .03), but arthroscopic stabilization moved this joint contact location posteriorly on the glenoid (4.7% of glenoid width; 1.1 mm; P = .03). After surgery, GHJ excursion during the apprehension test was significantly lower (14.7% of glenoid width; 3.6 mm) compared with presurgical values (19.4% of glenoid width; 4.7 mm; P = .01) and with that of the controls (22.4% of glenoid width; 5.7 mm; P = .01). The external and internal rotation strength of patients was significantly lower than that of the controls before surgery (P < .05), but differences in strength did not persist after surgery (P > .17). External rotation ROM in patients was significantly lower than that in control subjects both before and after arthroscopic stabilization (P < .01). The WOSI score improved significantly, from 48.3 ± 13.1 presurgery to 86.3 ± 16.5 after surgery (P = .0002). Conclusion: In patients with anterior instability, arthroscopic stabilization significantly improves measures of strength, ROM, and clinical outcome. However, GHJ excursion is not fully restored to levels seen in the control subjects. Clinical Relevance: Although arthroscopic stabilization satisfactorily restores most clinical outcome measures, GHJ excursion and external rotation ROM remain compromised compared with healthy control subjects and may contribute to the development of osteoarthritis in patients with anterior instability.

Arthroscopic Bankart Repair and Remplissage in Patients with Combined Humeral and Glenoid Bone Loss

To evaluate the efficacy of combined arthroscopic Bankart repair and remplissage, with particular focus on the effect of increasing of bone loss on (1) recurrent instability and (2) patient-derived outcomes. Fifty-five patients who underwent arthroscopic Bankart repair and remplissage during a 4.5- year period were retrospectively identified. The medical record was reviewed for factors potentially associated with failure. Pre-operative glenoid and humeral head bone loss was calculated using established MRI-based measurement techniques. Outcomes of interest included recurrent instability, Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) scores, return to pre-injury activity level, pain level (0-5), and patient satisfaction. Forty-five of 53 eligible cases (85%) with mean age 30.1 years participated at mean follow-up of 38 months (range:18-65). Three cases of recurrent instability were identified among participating patients and 2 additional cases were documented in record review of the others (10.6%(5/47)). While bone loss was greater in patients with recurrence compared to those who remained stable, differences were not statistically significant (glenoid:19.3%-vs-14.4%, p=0.19; humeral:41.6%-vs-39.2%, p=0.60). Subgroup analysis, however, revealed a trend toward a higher recurrence rate in patients with >20% glenoid bone loss (vs 0.05). Fewer remplissage sutures were used in patients with recurrence (2.4+/-0.9-vs- 3.9+/-1.6, p=0.04). Mean postoperative WOSI score was 74%. Mean pain scores improved from 2.4 preoperatively to 1.0 postoperatively (p=0.001), 62% of patients returned to pre-injury activity level, and 95% were satisfied. Combined arthroscopic Bankart repair and remplissage results in an acceptable rate of recurrent instability, good functional scores, improved pain, and high satisfaction rates in patients with significant Hill-Sachs defects and mild to moderate bone loss.

Redefining “Critical” Bone Loss in Shoulder Instability

Background: Glenoid bone loss is a common finding in association with anterior shoulder instability. This loss has been identified as a predictor of failure after operative stabilization procedures. Historically, 20% to 25% has been accepted as the “critical” cutoff where glenoid bone loss should be addressed in a primary procedure. Few data are available, however, on lesser, “subcritical” amounts of bone loss (below the 20%-25% range) on functional outcomes and failure rates after primary arthroscopic stabilization for shoulder instability. Purpose: To evaluate the effect of glenoid bone loss, especially in subcritical bone loss (below the 20%-25% range), on outcomes assessments and redislocation rates after an isolated arthroscopic Bankart repair for anterior shoulder instability. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: Subjects were 72 consecutive anterior instability patients (73 shoulders) who underwent isolated anterior arthroscopic labral repair at a single military institution by 1 of 3 sports medicine fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons. Data were collected on demographics, the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) score, Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation (SANE) score, and failure rates. Failure was defined as recurrent dislocation. Glenoid bone loss was calculated via a standardized technique on preoperative imaging. The average bone loss across the group was calculated, and patients were divided into quartiles based on the percentage of glenoid bone loss. Outcomes were analyzed for the entire cohort, between the quartiles, and within each quartile. Outcomes were then further stratified between those sustaining a recurrence versus those who remained stable. Results: The mean age at surgery was 26.3 years (range, 20-42 years), and the mean follow-up was 48.3 months (range, 23-58 months). The cohort was divided into quartiles based on bone loss. Quartile 1 (n = 18) had a mean bone loss of 2.8% (range, 0%-7.1%), quartile 2 (n = 19) had 10.4% (range, 7.3%-13.5%), quartile 3 (n = 18) had 16.1% (range, 13.5%-19.8%), and quartile 4 (n = 18) had 24.5% (range, 20.0%-35.5%). The overall mean WOSI score was 756.8 (range, 0-2097). The mean WOSI score correlated with SANE scores and worsened as bone loss increased in each quartile. There were significant differences (P < .05) between quartile 1 (mean WOSI/SANE, 383.3/62.1) and quartile 2 (mean, 594.0/65.2), between quartile 2 and quartile 3 (mean, 839.5/52.0), and between quartile 3 and quartile 4 (mean, 1187.6/46.1). Additionally, between quartiles 2 and 3 (bone loss, 13.5%), the WOSI score increased to rates consistent with a poor clinical outcome. There was an overall failure rate of 12.3%. The percentage of glenoid bone loss was significantly higher among those repairs that failed versus those that remained stable (24.7% vs 12.8%, P < .01). There was no significant difference in failure rate between quartiles 1, 2, and 3, but there was a significant increase in failure (P < .05) between quartiles 1, 2, and 3 (7.3%) when compared with quartile 4 (27.8%). Notably, even when only those patients who did not sustain a recurrent dislocation were compared, bone loss was predictive of outcome as assessed by the WOSI score, with each quartile’s increasing bone loss predictive of a worse functional outcome. Conclusion: While critical bone loss has yet to be defined for arthroscopic Bankart reconstruction, our data indicate that “critical” bone loss should be lower than the 20% to 25% threshold often cited. In our population with a high level of mandatory activity, bone loss above 13.5% led to a clinically significant decrease in WOSI scores consistent with an unacceptable outcome, even in patients who did not sustain a recurrence of their instability.

Intervention de Latarjet à ciel ouvert pour échec de Bankart Arthroscopique

IntroductionThis retrospective study assessed the functional results of open Latarjet operation for recurrence of instability after arthroscopic Bankart repair in a consecutive series of patients. Patients and methodsFifty-two patients (mean age 28.4 [range 17–62] years, 45 men) were operated on using open Latarjet operation after one (n=46) or two (n=6) failed arthroscopic Bankart repairs. The indication for revision surgery was recurrent dislocation or subluxation. Fifty patients had a Hill-Sachs lesion and 32 patients had glenoid bone lesions on plain radiographs. No attempt was made to grade the severity of bony pathology. Functional outcome and stability of 49 shoulders were assessed after an average follow-up of 38 (range 24–85) months using Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) score, Oxford shoulder instability score, and subjective shoulder value (SSV). ResultsForty-two patients had a stable shoulder at follow-up. Seven of 49 (14%) had symptoms of instability; one patient had recurrent dislocation, and six patients had subluxations. Mean WOSI, Oxford, and SSV scores were 83.9, 19.9, and 84.9, respectively. All scores were significantly better in patients who had a stable shoulder compared with those who had an unstable shoulder (WOSI 86.8 vs. 64.3; Oxford 18.2 vs. 30.8; and SSV 88.3 vs. 61.7; P<0.01). One patient needed a reoperation. There were no intraoperative or postoperative complications. ConclusionsOpen Latarjet operation is a good option for failed arthroscopic Bankart repair. The instability recurrence rate is acceptable and the reoperation rate was low. Level of evidenceLevel IV, retrospective case series.

Neural Correlates of Clinical Scores in Patients with Anterior Shoulder Apprehension.

Anterior shoulder apprehension is a commonly reported complaint in anterior shoulder instability, which may lead to patient morbidity and impede shoulder function. It is the result of a cognitively complex mechanism, which includes anxiety, salience, fear, and anticipation. The aim of this prospective case-control study was to correlate five clinically established scores using functional magnetic resonance imaging to assess brain activation patterns in patients with apprehension related to anterior shoulder instability. This study includes 28 consecutive male right-handed patients (mean ± SEM, 26.8 ± 1.2 yr) with positive shoulder apprehension test and 10 healthy matched control participants without apprehension or a history of instability. Task-related and functional connectivity functional magnetic resonance imaging activation patterns occurring during apprehension video cue stimulation were correlated with five clinical tests and scores: Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Rowe score for instability, Simple Shoulder Test, Subjective Shoulder Value (SSV), and Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI). Rowe, pain VAS, and WOSI scores correlated with prefrontal cortex, dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, dorsomedial prefrontal cortex, somatosensory area, and parieto-occipital and temporal areas (default mode network). Rowe score additionally correlated with frontal pole, anterior midcingulate cortex, and visual areas. Moreover, SSV correlated with task-related brain activity in the bilateral precentral gyrus, bilateral postcentral gyrus, and bilateral superior parietal lobe. Overall, Rowe score provides the strongest link between shoulder apprehension and brain level alterations as it correlates with the highest number of independent components involving areas responsible for both motor and cognitive functions, whereas pain VAS and WOSI occupy an intermediately strong link recruiting less brain networks. Finally, Simple Shoulder Test and SSV have the weakest link at the brain level.

Open Latarjet procedure for failed arthroscopic Bankart repair

IntroductionThis retrospective study assessed the functional results of open Latarjet operation for recurrence of instability after arthroscopic Bankart repair in a consecutive series of patients. Materials and methodsFifty two patients (mean age 28.4 [range 17–62] years, 45 men) were operated on using open Latarjet operation after one (n=46) or two (n=6) failed arthroscopic Bankart repairs. The indication for revision surgery was recurrent dislocation or subluxation. Fifty patients had a Hill-Sachs lesion and 32 patients had glenoid bone lesions on plain radiographs. No attempt was made to grade the severity of bony pathology. Functional outcome and stability of 49 shoulders were assessed after an average follow-up of 38 (range 24–85) months using Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) score, Oxford shoulder instability score, and subjective shoulder value (SSV). ResultsForty-two patients had a stable shoulder at follow-up. Seven of 49 (14%) had symptoms of instability; one patient had recurrent dislocation, and six patients had subluxations. Mean WOSI, Oxford, and SSV scores were 83.9, 19.9, and 84.9, respectively. All scores were significantly better in patients who had a stable shoulder compared with those who had an unstable shoulder (WOSI 86.8 vs. 64.3; Oxford 18.2 vs. 30.8; and SSV 88.3 vs. 61.7; P<0.01). One patient needed a reoperation. There were no intraoperative or postoperative complications. ConclusionsOpen Latarjet operation is a good option for failed arthroscopic Bankart repair. The instability recurrence rate is acceptable and the reoperation rate was low. Level of evidenceLevel IV, retrospective case series.

Critical Bone Loss in Shoulder Instability Reconsidered: Subcritical Bone Loss Correlates to Worse Outcome in Arthroscopic Bankart Repair

Critical Bone Loss in Shoulder Instability Reconsidered: Subcritical Bone Loss Correlates to Worse Outcome in Arthroscopic Bankart Repair

Reconstruction of the chronic anterior unstable sternoclavicular joint using a tendon autograft: medium-term to long-term follow-up results

Chronic symptomatic anterior sternoclavicular (SC) instability is a rare condition with sparse treatment options. Owing to the rarity of the condition and the potential risk of fatal complications, only a few reports on treatment of this condition have been published. We evaluated a prospective series of patients with chronic anterior SC instability who underwent minimally open reconstruction with an autologous tendon graft. From 2002 to 2010, 32 consecutive patients underwent minimally open SC ligament reconstruction using a tendon autograft. A palmaris longus was used in 7 patients and a gracilis tendon autograft was used in 25. All patients with at least 2 years of follow-up were reviewed. Five were lost to follow-up. The remaining 27 patients (84.4%) were a median age of 35 years (range, 11-61 years) at surgery. Patients were evaluated with the Western Ontario Shoulder Instability (WOSI) score preoperatively and at follow-up at a median 54 months (range, 24-120 months) postoperatively. The total WOSI score improved from a median of 44% (range 6%-62%) preoperatively to 75% (range, 13%-93%) at follow-up (P = .0001). Two failures (7.4%) occurred; after revision, both patients remained stable. After the operation, 17 of 25 patients (68%) complained of donor site morbidity, and 10 (40%) still had some discomfort at follow-up. No infections or local vascular complications occurred. Miniopen SC joint reconstruction using a tendon autograft results in prolonged improvement in shoulder function in most patients with symptomatic anterior SC instability.

Clinical results of shoulder arthroscopy combined with an open modified Latarjet procedure for chronic anterior shoulder instability with glenoid bony loss

The purpose of this study was to follow up the clinical results of the modified Latarjet procedure combined with shoulder arthroscopy for chronic anterior shoulder dislocation with glenoid bony defect. From 1999 to 2004, we evaluated 28 patients with 28 shoulders receiving shoulder arthroscopy combined with an open modified Latarjet procedure. The average age of the patients was 28.5 years. The average length of follow-up in this series was 108.2 months (range 86–126 months). At the final follow-up, the Rowe score was excellent in 21 patients (75%), and good in seven patients (25%). No patient reported subluxation or recurrent instability. The average American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons score was 93.4, and the average total Western Ontario Shoulder Instability score was 72.74%. Shoulder arthroscopy before the Latarjet procedure is recommended because of the higher incidence of intra-articular lesions affecting satisfactory functional outcomes.