Latissimus dorsi transfer for irreparable subscapularis tendon tears.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2017.11.022
Abstract: BACKGROUND There are several tendon transfers for reconstruction of irreparable subscapularis tears. The latissimus dorsi (LD) could be used because its direction and function are similar to those of the subscapularis. We performed LD transfers… read more here.
Keywords: motion; range; latissimus dorsi; shoulder ... See more keywords
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty After Previous Pectoralis Major Transfer for Irreparable Subscapularis Tear: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.19.00322
Abstract: CASE A 30-year-old woman with an irreparable subscapularis tear presented with persistent painful anterior instability despite several open and arthroscopic stabilization procedures. A pectoralis major tendon transfer (PMTT) was performed. The patient subsequently developed progressive… read more here.
Keywords: pectoralis major; case; shoulder; irreparable subscapularis ... See more keywords