The glenoid center line

Orthopedics. 2005 Jun;28(6):581-5. doi: 10.3928/0147-7447-20050601-14.

Abstract

This study sought to define a point on the anterior glenoid surface to serve as a marker for glenoid orientation and to present the concept of a glenoacromial version angle. Twenty fresh-frozen cadaver scapulas were examined. A line perpendicular to the glenoid surface exited the anterior scapular cortex in all specimens at an average distance of 29.3 +/- 3.9 mm. The average glenoacromial version angle was 60 degrees +/- 110 degrees. These numbers may allow better intraoperative assessment of glenoid version.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Arthroplasty, Replacement*
  • Humans
  • Joint Prosthesis*
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Shoulder Joint*