Vol. 10, Issue 3 (2024)

Background: The functional outcome of Ha-Eri Chari procedure as operative management for recurrent antero- inferior dislocation of shoulder joint
Materials and Methods: This study is a prospective study. 15 patients aged 20 to 44, who underwent Ha-Eri chari procedure from 2023 to 2024 for recurrent anterior dislocation of the right (n=10) and left (n=4) shoulders were included in this study. The mean number of dislocations was 12. The patients were evaluated every 12 weeks during the first year and every 6 months thereafter. The mean follow-up period was 12 months. Outcome was evaluated using the Burkhead and Rockwood criteria. 
Results: Outcome was excellent in 12 patients, good in 3. None had poor outcome. The mean external rotation deficit at 0* and 90* of abduction improved. No patient had evidence of loosening, infection, re dislocation, migration of coracoid screw or glenohumeral arthritis. 
Conclusion: Ha-Eri Chari procedure is a feasible, simple and cost-effective management for recurrent antero- inferior shoulder dislocation. This procedure is relatively simple and can be performed by all orthopaedic surgeons without the need of specialised arthroscopic instruments.