Long-term outcome of shoulder arthrodesis performed with plate fixation

Description: There have been few reports on the long-term function after shoulder arthrodesis. We report the outcome after shoulder arthrodesis with plate fixation in 18 patients who were followed for 3-15 years.
Interpretation In this patient series there were few complications after shoulder arthrodesis, and the longterm functional results were acceptable.
Long-term outcome of shoulder arthrodesis performed with plate fixation: 18 patients examined after 3-15 years Authors: Sigbjorn Dimmen; Jan Erik Madsen Acta Orthopaedica, Volume 78, Issue 6 December 2007 , pages 827 - 833