THE RADIOLOGY OF TOTAL SHOULDER REPLACEMENT

The indications for total shoulder replacement and the radiologic eval uation prior to the operation are discussed in depth in this article. Different approaches to clinical problems are also discussed and illus trated, as are normal findings. This is followed by a discussion of th e complications of shoulder reconstruction, including infection, fract ures, and heterotopic bone formation. A review of the results is also given followed by a brief mention of a number of other orthopedic shou lder devices and plates.