While total shoulder replacement surgery has come a long way over the past several years and the potential risks are quite low, there are still some risks to be aware of. It’s important to note that the majority of shoulder replacement patients do not experience any serious complications, so when we refer to them as “common” complications, know that while they are the most common issues that may arise at some point throughout the procedure, as a whole they are actually very rare. With that in mind, here’s a look at one potential complication (implant misalignment and loosening) that shoulder surgeons work to prevent during total shoulder replacement surgery.
Implant Misalignment or Loosening
In a total shoulder replacement operation, there is the possibility that your implant will be misaligned or become loose and less stable than expected. The odds of this can be greatly reduced by trusting your surgery to a skilled surgeon who has performed countless replacement operations and is painstakingly careful about precision implant alignment. Dr. Holloway will work to ensure your implant is precisely located prior to completing the operation.
Complications occur in less than five percent of surgeries, but that number can be even smaller if you make sure you choose the right surgeon for your operation. Dr. Holloway will do everything in his power to reduce your risk of complications, so if you want to give yourself the best chance at having a successful surgery, trust your care to Dr. Holloway and his team.
