Recurrent dislocation of the shoulder

The pathological anatomy of recurrent dislocation of the shoulder joint is discussed. A note is made of the occurrence of loose bodies in some shoulders which suffer from recurrent dislocation. The treatment of recurrent dislocation of the shoulder is considered from the point of view of the pathological anatomy. It is suggested that the Putti-Platt operation is an ideal one for this condition and a brief description of the operation is given (AU)