Results of the Putti-Platt operation for recurrent anterior dislocation of the shoulder.

The results of the follow-up studies of 152 Putti-Platt operations are presented. The procedure, if preceded by correct indication and performed with exact technique, proved successful for the prevention of recurrent anterior dislocation of the shoulder. Eighty-nine % of the operated patients returned to their former jobs even if it was hard physical work. Recurrence of the dislocation was noted only in less than 2% of all cases.