Does radiolucency really predict loose components in revision shoulder arthroplasty?

ConclusionWhile RLL do not predict loosening of the implant in general, occurrence in more than one zone correlates with loosening. If located in distal zones and with increasing number of zones  with RLL, the correlation becomes even stronger and loosening is more likely.

Source: Skeletal Radiology - July 14, 2023 Category: Radiology Source Type: research