Table 2 Indications and contraindications of the currently reported technique

Indications

Reconstruction of large (i.e. 25–50%) reverse Hill-Sachs defect engaging over the posterior glenoid rim in young active patients with:

a-chronic locked posterior GH dislocation

b-recurrent posterior GH instability

c-high risk for posterior GH instability recurrence (e.g. hyper-laxity)

d-revision management of posterior GH instability

Contraindications

Massive (> 50%) reverse Hill-Sachs lesion

Arthritic GH joint

Concurrent irreparable rotator cuff tears in the elderly