Arthroscopic Latarjet procedure: analysis of the learning curve

Background The arthroscopic Latarjet procedure is an innovative technique that aims to combine the optimal results of the original open approach with those of arthroscopic stabilization. Methods We evaluated the learning curve and the preliminary results of the first 30 patients (29 males, 1 female;...

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Published in:Musculoskeletal surgery 2013-06, Vol.97 (Suppl 1), p.93-98
Main Authors: Castricini, R., De Benedetto, M., Orlando, N., Rocchi, M., Zini, R., Pirani, P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Arthroscopy - education
Arthroscopy - methods
Comparative analysis
Female
Humans
Joint Instability - surgery
Learning Curve
Male
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Middle Aged
Original Article
Orthopedics
Patient satisfaction
Shoulder Joint - surgery
Surgical Orthopedics
Young Adult
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Summary:Background The arthroscopic Latarjet procedure is an innovative technique that aims to combine the optimal results of the original open approach with those of arthroscopic stabilization. Methods We evaluated the learning curve and the preliminary results of the first 30 patients (29 males, 1 female; mean age 32 years, range 21–52) subjected to an arthroscopic Latarjet procedure at a mean follow-up of 13 months (range 6–22). Results Operative time fell significantly from 132 to 99 min ( p  40 years ( p  = 0.002, Fisher’s exact test). Conclusions The arthroscopic Latarjet procedure is a standardized, hence reproducible technique whose complexity makes it suitable only for surgeons with solid experience in arthroscopy and shoulder surgery.
ISSN:2035-5106
2035-5114
DOI:10.1007/s12306-013-0262-3