Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Volume 16, Issue 6 , Pages 671-682 , November 2007

Modified latissimus dorsi and teres major transfer through a single delto-pectoral approach for external rotation deficit of the shoulder: As an isolated procedure or with a reverse arthroplasty

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doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2007.02.127

Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Volume 16, Issue 6 , Pages 671-682 , November 2007

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