title: Arthroscopic repair of the subscapularis tendon: indications, limits and technical features.
abstract: The rationale to anatomically repair this tendon is to restore the functional biomechanics of the shoulder. Clinical and imaging assessment are required before undertaking arthroscopy. In this way, associated pathologies of the biceps and labrum may be successfully addressed. The arthroscopic repair of the tendon implies to use suture anchors and reinsert the tendon itself over the footprint. Results after arthroscopy are comparable to those observed after open procedures.
authors.affiliation: Unit of Arthroscopic and Sports Medicine, Hesperia Hospital, Modena, Italy.
authors.forename: Leonardo
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Osti
authors.affiliation: Unit of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Ferrara, Italy.
authors.forename: Francesco
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Soldati
authors.affiliation: Unit of Arthroscopic and Sports Medicine, Hesperia Hospital, Modena, Italy.
authors.forename: Angelo Del
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Buono
authors.affiliation: Unit of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Ferrara, Italy.
authors.forename: Matteo
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Buda
keywords: arthroscopy; injury; repair; subscapularis