Utility of the Pectoralis Major Index in the Diagnosis of Structurally Significant Pectoralis Major Tears.

Background: Diagnosis of pectoralis major tears early in the acute phase is important for optimizing surgical repair and outcomes. However, physical examination of pectoralis major injuries can be misleading, often resulting in a potentially detrimental delay in surgical treatment.

Purpose: To establish and validate a quantifiable clinical diagnostic test for structurally significant pectoralis major tears.

Venous thromboembolism after shoulder arthroplasty: a systematic review.

Background: Shoulder arthroplasty (SA) is a common orthopaedic procedure that is being performed on a more and more frequent basis. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) as a complication has received little attention when it occurs after SA. The literature lacks a comprehensive summary of the incidence, risk factors, and prophylaxis of VTE in this population of patients.