An analysis of 140 injuries to the superior glenoid labrum

J Shoulder Elbow Surg · 1995 · Classic · cited 471 times

Stephen J. Snyder, Michael P. Banas, Ronald P. Karzeł

Southern California Orthopedic Institute, Van Nuys 91405, USA

Shoulder & Elbow Sports Medicine

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONAnalysis of 140 arthroscopically identified superior labral (SLAP) lesions found type II most common, frequent association with rotator cuff and Bankart pathology, and good healing with targeted debridement or anchor repair.

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