Combined Serratus Anterior Plication and Pectoralis Minor Release Improves Clinical Outcomes in Refractory Scapular Dyskinesis with Neurological Involvement
The SAPPER technique is a safe and effective modification of traditional scapulopexy. It enhances scapular positioning and serratus function without the need for rib-based fixation, potentially minimizing complications. This approach significantly improves pain, function, and mobility in patients with refractory scapular dyskinesis and associated neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome.
Authors
- Fredy Montoya
- Christos Koukos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5041-8681)
- Alejandro Marty
- Davide Cucchi
- Max Julian Friedrich
Institutions
- University of Concepción (CL)
- University Hospital Bonn (DE)
- Clínica Alemana (CL)
- Egnatia Odos (Greece) (GR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
- Published
- 2026-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jse.2026.01.018
- Primary Topic
- Shoulder Injury and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00