Use of flexible elbow reamers for cement removal in the humerus during revision shoulder arthroplasty

Abstract

Humeral cement removal in revision shoulder arthroplasty can be challenging. Secondary damage to the bone and neighbouring structures can be extensive and compromise later reconstruction. We present a technique that employs flexible reamers from elbow arthroplasty instrumentation, which aids cement removal at the same time as minimizing the risk of iatrogenic injury.