title: Management of complications after rotator cuff surgery.
abstract: Rotator cuff repair (RCR) is a common procedure performed by orthopedic surgeons via arthroscopic, open, or mini-open techniques. While this surgery is considered to be of low morbidity, several potential complications can arise either intraoperatively or during the postoperative time period. Some of these complications are related to the surgical approach (arthroscopic or open), while others are patient dependent. Many of these complications can be managed through nonoperative means; however, early recognition and timely treatment is essential in limiting the long-term sequela and improving patient outcome. There are several different ways to classify complications after RCR repair: timing, severity, preventability, whether or not the pathology is intra- or extra-articular, and the type of treatment necessary. It is essential that the surgeon is cognizant of the etiology contributing to the failed RCR surgery in order to provide timely and proper management.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics, Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, 300 E. Hospital Road, Fort Gordon, GA, 30905, USA. Stephen.a.parada@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Stephen A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Parada
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Creighton University School of Medicine/Alegent Creighton Clinic, 601 North 30th Street, Suite 2300, Omaha, NE, 68131, USA.
authors.forename: Matthew F
authors.initials: MF
authors.lastname: Dilisio
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, University of Washington Medical Center/Harborview Medical Center, 325 Ninth Ave, Seattle, WA, 98104, USA.
authors.forename: Colin D
authors.initials: CD
authors.lastname: Kennedy