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General Orthopaedics

OUTCOME OF ARTHROSCOPIC BANKART REPAIR USING KNOTLESS PUSHLOCK ANCHORS: FIVE-YEAR FOLLOW-UP RESULTS

The Indian Orthopaedic Society (UK) (IOSUK)



Abstract

Introduction

The Bankart lesion is the most common form of labro-ligamentous injury in patients with traumatic dislocations of the shoulder. Various methods have been described each with its own advantages and disadvantages. We describe 5-year results of arthroscopic Bankart repair using knotless anchors.

Patients and Methods

There were 38 patients, with involvement of the dominant arm in 28 patients. Recurrent dislocation was the most common indication in 21 patients, followed by first dislocation in 9 patients and second dislocation in 8 patients. All patients were done under general anesthesia and regional block in beach-chair position. Standard portals were used and repair done using 2.9 mm pushlock knotless anchors (Arthrex®). Patients had sling for 4 weeks and followed by a strict physiotherapy rehab protocol. Patients were followed up at 6 weeks and 3 monthly thereafter.

Results

Only one patient had symptoms of recurrent instability, but was not keen on further surgery. Two patients had limitation of external rotation to 10 degrees. The mean Carter-Rowe score was 77.3. 90% of patients were happy to recommend surgery.

Conclusion

Arthroscopic Bankart repair appears to produce good mid-term results for patients with shoulder instability.