Arthroscopic Bony Bankart Fixation Using a Modified Sugaya Technique

Arthroscopic fixation of bony Bankart lesions in the setting of anterior shoulder instability has had successful long-term results. Key factors such as patient positioning, portal placement, visualization, mobilization of bony/soft tissues, and anatomic reduction and fixation are crucial to yield su...

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Main Authors: Anil K. Gupta, M.D., M.B.A., Frank M. McCormick, M.D., Geoffrey D. Abrams, M.D., Joshua D. Harris, M.D., Bernard R. Bach, Jr., M.D., Anthony A. Romeo, M.D., Nikhil N. Verma, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2013-08-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628713000376
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Summary:Arthroscopic fixation of bony Bankart lesions in the setting of anterior shoulder instability has had successful long-term results. Key factors such as patient positioning, portal placement, visualization, mobilization of bony/soft tissues, and anatomic reduction and fixation are crucial to yield such results. We present a modified Sugaya technique that is reproducible and based on such key principles. This technique facilitates ease of anchor and suture placement to allow for anatomic reduction and fixation.
ISSN:2212-6287