PROSPECTIVE STUDY OF FUNCTIONAL AND RADIOLOGICAL OUTCOMES OF LATARJET SURGERY IN 30 PATIENTS WITH RECURRENT SHOULDER DISLOCATION

Background: Recurrent shoulder dislocation is a significant concern in orthopedic practice, often necessitating surgical intervention. The Latarjet procedure, which involves the transfer of the coracoid process to the glenoid, has gained popularity due to its reported efficacy. This study aims to evaluate the functional and radiological outcomes of Latarjet surgery in patients with recurrent shoulder dislocation. A prospective study was conducted on 30 patients who underwent Lata Methods: rjet surgery. Preoperative assessments included the Rowe Score and visual analog scale (VAS) for pain. Postoperative evaluations were conducted at 3, 6, and 12 months, assessing functional outcomes using the Rowe Score and measuring radiological outcomes via X-ray and MRI to evaluate glenoid bone graft incorporation and joint stability. The mean age of patients was 28.4 years, with a male predominanc Results: e (80%). At 12 months follow-up, the mean Rowe Score improved from 47 (preoperative) to 86 (postoperative), indicating significant functional improvement. The VAS score also decreased from a mean of 7.2 preoperatively to 1.3 postoperatively. Radiological evaluation showed successful incorporation of the coracoid graft in all patients, with no instances of graft failure or glenoid erosion. The Latarjet procedur Conclusion: e is a reliable surgical option for patients with recurrent shoulder dislocation, demonstrating significant improvements in both functional and radiological outcomes. Our findings support its use as a standard treatment approach in this patient population.