Is Latarjet safe?
The Latarjet procedure is a well-known, safe and reliable technique to treat primary or recurrent anterior dislocations or subluxations, with or without hyperlaxity, with or without glenoid bone loss.
How long does a Latarjet procedure last?
An open Latarjet procedure normally takes approximately 90 minutes, depending on injury severity and any other associated shoulder injuries. During the procedure, Dr. Provencher will create an incision at the front of the shoulder.
Is Latarjet surgery painful?
A nerve block may be used during the surgery. This means that immediately after the operation the shoulder and arm often feel completely numb. This may last for a few hours. After this the shoulder may well be sore and you will be given painkillers to help this whilst in hospital.
How long does pain last after Latarjet?
will wear off within 8-12 hours. Patients commonly encounter more pain on the first or second day after surgery when swelling peaks.
Should I get a Latarjet procedure?
Latarjet is not typically an emergency surgery performed after an injury, but more often recommended when a patient has experienced significant glenoid bone loss or multiple dislocations, or has failed a prior surgery to correct instability.
What is Eden Hybinette?
The Eden–Hybinette uses an iliac crest bone graft (ICBG) to reconstitute glenoid bone loss and is an alternative to the Latarjet procedure, especially in revision cases or cases of larger bone loss.
What is Bristow Latarjet?
The Bristow-Latarjet procedure is a well-known surgical technique designed to treat shoulder instability. In this procedure, the coracoid process is transferred to the glenoid rim, to serve as augmentation of an associated bony defect.
What is Latarjet shoulder procedure?
The Latarjet procedure is a technique used to restore stability to the shoulder joint. Developed by a French surgeon in the 1950s, it is commonly performed when there is significant bone loss in the front of the glenoid (the shallow socket in the shoulder blade) from repeat dislocations.