Biodegradable balloon spacer for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears is associated with improved functional outcomes, low revisions, and complications rate at minimum one year follow-up
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-021-05289-7
Abstract: This study was designed to investigate the efficacy of the InSpace balloon spacer with a specific focus on clinical and patient-related parameters, functional scores InSpace durability, and satisfaction in patients with massive irreparable rotator cuff… read more here.
Keywords: irreparable rotator; spacer; balloon; balloon spacer ... See more keywords
Interposition grafting for irreparable rotator cuff tears: Systematic review and specialist practice report.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2021.02.022
Abstract: The treatment of symptomatic irreparable rotator cuff tears poses significant challenges to both patients and shoulder surgeons. Although reverse shoulder arthroplasty provides reliably good outcomes in the elderly, it is not a good option in… read more here.
Keywords: rotator cuff; rotator; interposition; cuff tears ... See more keywords
Superior capsular reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tears: A literature review and specialist practice report.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2021.05.011
Abstract: Background Recent evidence continues to confirm the effectiveness of arthroscopic superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) in relieving pain and improving function in an irreparable cuff deficient shoulder. This paper presents an up-to-date literature review on SCRand… read more here.
Keywords: superior capsular; rotator cuff; capsular reconstruction; cuff tears ... See more keywords
Multiple surgical treatment comparisons for irreparable rotator cuff tears: A network meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000033832
Abstract: Background: To evaluate the effect of different surgical methods in the treatment of patients with irreparable rotator cuff tears (IRCTs) using a network meta-analysis. Methods: A search of the PubMed, EMbase, The Cochrane Library, VIP,… read more here.
Keywords: irreparable rotator; rotator cuff; meta analysis; cuff tears ... See more keywords
Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Biomechanical Comparison of Superior Capsuloligamentous Complex Reconstruction Techniques and an Interpositional Graft Technique
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DOI: 10.1177/2325967119864590
Abstract: Background: Irreparable rotator cuff tears lead to superior translation of the humeral head. Numerous surgical management options are available to treat the condition. Purpose: To compare superior capsule stability among different types of patch grafting… read more here.
Keywords: rotator cuff; superior capsuloligamentous; condition; capsuloligamentous complex ... See more keywords
Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: Which Patients Will Benefit from Physiotherapy Exercise Programs? A Narrative Review
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20075242
Abstract: Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears can cause significant shoulder pain, disability and reduction in quality of life. Treatment approaches can be operative or non-operative. Operative approaches include reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, arthroscopic debridement, partial rotator… read more here.
Keywords: irreparable rotator; rotator cuff; cuff tears; rotator ... See more keywords
Irreparable rotator cuff tears: Current treatment options
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DOI: 10.4081/or.2019.8146
Abstract: Rotator cuff disease is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain, yet controversy still exists regarding treatment of “irreparable” tears. Nonoperative management, including physical therapy and steroid injections, should be reserved for those… read more here.
Keywords: rotator cuff; treatment; cuff; pain ... See more keywords