Social determinants of health disparities are associated with lower total shoulder arthroplasty utilization and increased medical complications: A propensity-matched analysis.
Background Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) is an effective treatment for glenohumeral osteoarthritis (GHOA), with utilization increasing over time. While prior studies have examined racial and ethnic disparities, the impact of broader social determinants of health (SDOH) on TSA utilization and outcomes remains unclea...