Open Latarjet reduces residual apprehension, redislocation and possibility of dislocation arthropathy compared to arthroscopic Bankart repair despite greater bipolar bone loss in anterior glenohumeral instability

The ABR and OL methods both provide satisfactory outcomes in the treatment of anterior glenohumeral instability with appropriate indications. The OL procedure is preferred for patients with more dislocations and greater bipolar bone loss. Despite greater bipolar bone loss, the OL procedure provides lower rates of residual apprehension, redislocation, and dislocation arthropathy. Additionally, due to the stability it provides, there is less loss in external rotation.