Full-thickness tears: arthroscopic repair.
Arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tears is an option for a surgeon with advanced arthroscopic skills and a thorough knowledge of open repair technique. Surgical indications and a detailed description of operative technique are presented. Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair offers theoretical advantages over open repair, but long-term studies are needed to demonstrate its effectiveness.
Gartsman
G M
GM
Fondren Orthopedic Group, Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Houston, USA.
Hammerman
S M
SM
D001182:Arthroscopy; D004724:Endoscopy; D006801:Humans; D009135:Muscular Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D017006:Rotator Cuff / Q000601:surgery*; D000070636:Rotator Cuff Injuries; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000601:surgery; D013536:Suture Techniques