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Hemiarthroplasty: isolated humeral head disease (e.g., AVN, head-splitting fracture). Anatomic TSA: primary OA, RA, post-traumatic arthritis with intact rotator cuff. Reverse TSA: cuff tear arthropathy, pseudoparalysis, failed TSA. Contraindications: active infection, absent deltoid (RSA). Choice depends on cuff integrity, bone stock, patient age/activity.
What is the primary indication for total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA)?
Which of the following conditions is best treated with reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA)?
In which situation is hemiarthroplasty (HA) preferred over total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA)?
What is a contraindication for performing a reverse shoulder arthroplasty?
Which of the following statements is true regarding total shoulder arthroplasty?
For which patient population is reverse shoulder arthroplasty particularly indicated?
What is the main reason for choosing total shoulder arthroplasty over hemiarthroplasty in primary osteoarthritis?
When considering a shoulder arthroplasty for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis, what is a critical factor to assess?
In which of the following scenarios is resurfacing arthroplasty most appropriate?
What is the primary concern when performing total shoulder arthroplasty in patients with pre-existing rotator cuff deficiencies?