Combined Arthroscopic-Assisted Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer and Superior Capsule Reconstruction for Massive Irreparable Posterior-Superior Rotator Cuff Tears: Surgical Technique

Primary or revision irreparable rotator cuff tears remain a challenge. Clear algorithms do not exist. Several joint-preserving options are available, but no technique has been definitely proven to be better than another. Although superior capsule reconstruction has been shown to be effective in rest...

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Published inArthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) Vol. 12; no. 6; pp. e823 - e830
Main Authors Saccomanno, Maristella F., Colosio, Alessandro, De Filippo, Francesco, Adriani, Marco, Motta, Marcello, Cattaneo, Stefano, Milano, Giuseppe
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Netherlands Elsevier Inc 01.06.2023
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Summary:Primary or revision irreparable rotator cuff tears remain a challenge. Clear algorithms do not exist. Several joint-preserving options are available, but no technique has been definitely proven to be better than another. Although superior capsule reconstruction has been shown to be effective in restoring motion, lower trapezius transfer can provide strong external rotation and abduction moment. The aim of the present article was to describe an easy and reliable technique to combine both options in 1 surgery, aiming to maximize the functional outcome by getting motion and strength back. [Display omitted]
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ISSN:2212-6287
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DOI:10.1016/j.eats.2023.02.014