Arthroscopic Bankart repair: Have we finally reached a gold standard?

Traditionally, surgical stabilization of the unsta- ble shoulder has been performed through an open inci- sion. Arthroscopic Bankart repair with suture anchors is now widely considered the treatment of choice for anterior shoulder instability in patients who have failed conserva- tive management. Many different factors have now been elucidated for adequate treatment of glenohumeral insta- bility. Because of technical advances in instability repair combined with an increased understanding of factors that lead to recurrent instability, the outcomes following arthro- scopic Bankart repair have signi cantly improved and approach those of open techniques.