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Predictors of Scapular Notching in Patients Managed with the Delta III Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 03/07/07

Ryan W. Simovitch, MD., et al. – The reverse Delta III shoulder prosthesis can relieve pain and restore function in patients with cuff tear arthropathy. The most frequently reported radiographic complication is inferior scapular notching. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the clinical relevance of notching and to determine the anatomic and radiographic parameters that predispose to its occurrence...Conclusions: Inferior scapular notching after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty adversely affects the intermediate-term clinical outcome. It can be prevented by optimal positioning of the glenoid component

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