title: Arthroscopic removal of proximal humerus locking plates.
abstract: A technique of removing proximal humerus locking plates using an arthroscopic technique is described. Though technically demanding, benefits include smaller incisions, decreased risk of infection, and the ability to visualize and protect the axillary nerve throughout the course of the procedure. Furthermore, arthroscopy affords the surgeon with the ability to address concomitant intraarticular pathology at the time of surgery.
authors: Department of Orthopedics, The Hospital for Special Surgery, 935 Northern Blvd, Suite 303, Great Neck, NY 11021, USA. jdinesmd@gmail.com
authors: Joshua S
authors: JS
authors: Dines
authors: Carolyn M
authors: CM
authors: Hettrich
authors: Bryan T
authors: BT
authors: Kelly
authors: Felix H
authors: FH
authors: Savoie
authors: Dean G
authors: DG
authors: Lorich
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods*; D001860:Bone Plates; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal; D006801:Humans; D012784:Shoulder Fractures / Q000601:surgery*