Wall et al. retrospectively analyzed 240 consecutive reverse total shoulder arthroplasties performed between 1995 and 2003 in 232 patients (mean age 72.7 years), grouping outcomes by underlying etiology — cuff tear arthropathy, massive cuff tear, primary osteoarthritis with cuff compromise, posttraumatic arthritis, and revision arthroplasty — to determine whether indication affects short-term results.
When considering reverse arthroplasty, expect better results in patients with primary cuff pathology compared to trauma cases or revision situations. The high satisfaction rate supports its use across multiple etiologies, but temper expectations and increase surveillance in higher-risk groups.
Wall et al. retrospectively analyzed 240 consecutive reverse total shoulder arthroplasties performed between 1995 and 2003 in 232 patients (mean age 72.7 years), grouping outcomes by underlying etiology — cuff tear arthropathy, massive cuff tear, primary osteoarthritis with cuff compromise, posttraumatic arthritis, and revision arthroplasty — to determine whether indication affects short-term results.
When considering reverse arthroplasty, expect better results in patients with primary cuff pathology compared to trauma cases or revision situations. The high satisfaction rate supports its use across multiple etiologies, but temper expectations and increase surveillance in higher-risk groups.