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World J Clin Cases. Jan 6, 2021; 9(1): 284-290
Published online Jan 6, 2021. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i1.284
Published online Jan 6, 2021. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i1.284
Simultaneous bilateral acromial base fractures after staged reverse total shoulder arthroplasty: A case report
Du-Han Kim, Beom-Soo Kim, Chul-Hyun Cho, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu 42601, South Korea
Author contributions: Cho CH, Kim DH, and Kim BS designed the research study; Cho CH and Kim BS performed the research, contributed new reagents and analytic tools; Kim DH and Cho CH analyzed the data and wrote the manuscript; and all authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Chul-Hyun Cho, PhD, Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital, Keimyung University School of Medicine, 1035 Dalgubul‑ro, Dalseo‑gu, Daegu 42601, South Korea. oscho5362@dsmc.or.kr
Received: October 9, 2020
Peer-review started: October 9, 2020
First decision: November 20, 2020
Revised: November 21, 2020
Accepted: December 6, 2020
Article in press: December 6, 2020
Published online: January 6, 2021
Processing time: 84 Days and 10.2 Hours
Peer-review started: October 9, 2020
First decision: November 20, 2020
Revised: November 21, 2020
Accepted: December 6, 2020
Article in press: December 6, 2020
Published online: January 6, 2021
Processing time: 84 Days and 10.2 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Acromial and scapular spine fractures are a well-known complication that can occur by deltoid tension with increased arm length after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA). The reported incidences range from 0.6% to 15.8%. However, simultaneous bilateral fractures of the acromion or scapular spine following staged RTSA are extremely rare. Furthermore, its management has not been established. Although acromial fracture after RTSA can be treated conservatively, simultaneous bilateral fractures may warrant surgical intervention as a means of addressing difficulties in activities of daily livings.