How Much Bone Can Be Removed In A Tall Person In Shoulder Reduction Surgery?
Q: Dr. Eppley, For the shoulder reduction would the amount removed per side (2-2.5cm) scale as well with height and if so – how much would potentially be removed for a height of 174cm?
A:I always try and remove the maximum amount of bone length based on the length of the clavicle but there are limitations based on the ft of the fixation plates. But it is fair to say that in tall patients they may get 2.75cms…very rarely 3cms removal per side can be done.
Dr. Barry Eppley
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