DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.73340 ISSN: 2050-0904

Rapidly Progressive Osteonecrosis of the Humeral Head Following Arthroscopic Superior Capsule Reconstruction: A Case Report

Suguru Mikami, Yohei Shimada, Koh Terauchi, Shu Somemura, Yosuke Kano, Naoki Haraguchi

ABSTRACT

Rapidly destructive osteonecrosis of the humeral head can develop after superior capsule reconstruction despite intact graft healing. New or worsening shoulder pain with rapid functional decline several months postoperatively should raise suspicion for osteonecrosis and prompt early imaging and intervention.

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