Reverse shoulder prosthesis for proximal humeral fractures: primary treatment vs. salvage procedure

Caldaria, A., Saccone, L., Biagi, N. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7119-0767, Giovannetti de Sanctis, E., Baldari, A., Palumbo, A. and Franceschi, F. (2024) Reverse shoulder prosthesis for proximal humeral fractures: primary treatment vs. salvage procedure. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 13 (11). 3063. ISSN 2077-0383 doi: 10.3390/jcm13113063

Abstract/Summary

Background: The optimal treatment for complex proximal humerus fractures (PHFs) lacks consensus, with reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) often being a final resort rather than a primary approach. This study aimed to compare outcomes and satisfaction rates of primary RTSA for PHFs versus salvage RTSA for previously unsuccessful treatments. We hypothesized that primary RTSA would yield superior clinical outcomes, functional scores, and patient satisfaction. Methods: A retrospective analysis of RSA procedures between 2011 and 2021 was conducted, focusing on primary RTSA for PHFs or salvage RTSA for failed osteosynthesis. Patients meeting inclusion criteria underwent clinical and radiological follow-up for at least two years. Demographic characteristics, outcomes scores, and range of motion (ROM) were assessed. Results: Of 63 patients, 42 underwent primary RTSA and 21 underwent salvage RTSA. The median follow-up was 50 months. Statistically significant differences favored primary RTSA in forward flexion, abduction, internal rotation, and Constant shoulder score. Patient satisfaction levels did not significantly differ between groups. Complications occurred in 7.15% of primary RTSA cases and 14.28% of salvage RTSA cases. Conclusions: Primary RTSA may yield slightly better outcomes and lower complication rates compared to salvage RTSA. Further prospective studies are necessary to validate these findings.

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Divisions	Henley Business School > Digitalisation, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Publisher	MDPI
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