Publications by authors named "Lincoln Dutcher"

Background: Glenoid bone loss is a known challenge in primary and revision reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. In severe deficiency, even placing the baseplate in alternative centerline or using an augmented baseplate may be insufficient. This study reports on the use of a soft tissue resurfacing technique using Achilles tendon allograft, coined Yoke procedure, for salvage treatment of glenoid deficient shoulder requiring reconstruction.

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Introduction: Hip fractures are common injuries that are associated with serious morbidity/mortality in the elderly and represent a substantial financial burden to healthcare systems. Previous studies demonstrated that resident involvement in orthopaedic surgeries is associated with increased surgical time and cost, with equivocal or worse outcomes. This study evaluated outcomes of hip fracture surgery at one institution, before and after the introduction of an orthopaedic residency program.

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Our study aimed to assess the effects COVID had on the incidence of hip fractures. Hip fracture cases (from March 1 to September 1) were compared in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Data were analyzed for surgical volume, discharge location, and readmission rates.

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Background: Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) has become an increasingly popular surgery for patients with rotator cuff arthropathy, unreconstructible proximal humeral fracture, and end-stage glenohumeral arthritis. The increased annual volume of RTSAs has resulted in more postoperative complications and revision rates between 3.3% and 10.

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Article Synopsis
  • A 68-year-old male underwent a two-stage revision of right reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) due to a periprosthetic joint infection and significant bone loss in the proximal humerus.
  • The initial stage involved the use of an antibiotic spacer, followed by a custom long-stem RTSA for definitive reconstruction.
  • Two years later, the patient experienced notable improvements in pain and functional motion, suggesting that custom long-stem RTSA may be a promising option for severe bone loss cases.
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