William E. Harkin

Outcomes and Complications of Shoulder Arthroplasty in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Large Insurance Claims Matched Cohort Analysis

Introduction: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease, is a chronic condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract and is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures. With shoulder arthroplasty becoming more common, especially among aging populations, this...