Question - Reverse bankart lesion

by john
(jacksonville, nc)

My MRI report says I have a SLAP tear and tear of the posterior inferior labrum. Does this mean that I have a SLAP tear and a reverse bankart lesion at the same time? Supposed to have surgery on monday the 15th, will they fix all of that at the same time or will it require multiple surgeries? Any ideas anyone has would certainly help my curiousity,

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reverse bankart
by: Bart - SII

A tear of the posterior inferior labrum is often referred to as a reverse bankart lesion. Along with the SLAP tear, they will likely repair everything at once. This means that it will likely involve 3-5 anchors used to repair the labrum. Recovery should be similar to other labral repairs.

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