Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2006; 10(1): 005-021
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-934213
Copyright © 2006 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc., 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.

Radiology of Shoulder Prostheses

Frieda Feldman1 , 2
  • 1Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York
  • 2Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, New York
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Publication Date:
23 March 2006 (online)

ABSTRACT

This article is chiefly limited to the routine radiographic evaluation of shoulder arthroplasties and guidelines to their interpretation. Other imaging modalities for the evaluation of joint replacements are discussed elsewhere in this issue. The basic types of shoulder reconstructions and some of the shoulder replacement designs in previous and current use at The New York Orthopedic Hospital at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center are illustrated, along with the indications and contraindications of the various types of reconstructions. Their complications and pertinent anatomy are included.

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Frieda FeldmanM.D. F.A.C.R. 

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