Imaging of Shoulder Arthroplasties

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2018 Sep;211(3):485-495. doi: 10.2214/AJR.18.19529. Epub 2018 Jun 12.

Abstract

Objective: In this article, we review the preoperative imaging features used for planning shoulder arthroplasty as well as review the various shoulder arthroplasty component types, discussing the expected normal imaging features and specific complications to look for with each.

Conclusion: Given the increasing use of shoulder arthroplasty, it is important to understand the imaging features of the various shoulder arthroplasty complications.

Keywords: anatomy; complications; shoulder arthroplasty.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Shoulder*
  • Humans
  • Joint Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Joint Diseases / etiology
  • Joint Diseases / surgery
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnostic imaging*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Radiography
  • Shoulder Joint / diagnostic imaging*