The long head of the biceps tendon: a valuable tool in shoulder surgery

P Sethi, MY Fares, A Murthi, JM Tokish… - Journal of Shoulder and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Anatomy and function The long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) has different properties
and characteristics that render it a valuable tool in the hands of shoulder surgeons. Its …

[HTML][HTML] Superior capsular reconstruction for irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears

A Lädermann - Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research, 2024 - Elsevier
Although the superior portion of the shoulder joint capsule is a clearly distinct structure, its
ability to prevent vertical humeral head translation in irreparable rotator cuff tears remains …

Glenohumeral superior translation and subacromial contract pressure are both improved with superior capsular reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis …

RJ Mahatme, M Modrak, C Wilhelm, MS Lee… - … : The Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
Purpose To review cadaveric studies evaluating the biomechanical outcomes of superior
capsular reconstruction (SCR) with different graft types for the treatment of irreparable rotator …

Superior capsular reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tear

P Ganokroj, AM Peebles, ML Vopat… - Clinics in Sports …, 2023 - sportsmed.theclinics.com
Massive rotator cuff tears present a significant challenge for both patients and surgeons
alike. 1 Commonly defined as a full-thickness tear involving at least 2 tendons or measuring …

Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Treated With a Tuberoplasty Yield Favorable Clinical Outcomes With Variable Rates of Complications: A Systematic Review

JT Childers, E Eng, S Lin, DQ John, AV Daji… - … : The Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
Purpose To systematically review the patient-reported outcomes and postoperative
complications following tuberoplasty for the treatment of massive irreparable rotator cuff …

Superior capsular reconstruction: current evidence and limits

R Claro, H Fonte - EFORT Open Reviews, 2023 - eor.bioscientifica.com
The treatment of rotator cuff tears (RCTs) has evolved. Nonsurgical treatment is adequate for
many patients; however, for those for whom surgical treatment is indicated, rotator cuff repair …

Pseudoparalysis and pseudoparesis of the shoulder: definitions, management, and outcomes

JM Tokish, JC Brinkman - … -Journal of the American Academy of …, 2024 - journals.lww.com
Loss of shoulder function can be a complex condition to manage. Specifically, the definition
between the terms pseudoparalysis and pseudoparesis remains inconsistent in the literature …

Arthroscopic superior capsular reconstruction with tensor fascia lata allograft for irreparable rotator cuff tears: clinical and radiologic outcomes for a minimum 1-year …

YK Kim, KH Jung, KY Choi, SW Kang… - Arthroscopy: The Journal of …, 2023 - Elsevier
Purpose To confirm the radiologic and clinical outcomes after performing arthroscopic
superior capsular reconstruction (ASCR) using a tensor fascia lata (TFL) allograft. Methods …

[HTML][HTML] Superior Capsular Reconstruction Using an Acellular Dermal Xenograft or Allograft Improves Shoulder Function but Is Associated with a High Graft Failure …

M Hinz, L Fritsch, H Degenhardt, MC Rupp… - Journal of Clinical …, 2024 - mdpi.com
Objectives: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate clinical and functional
outcomes, graft integrity rate and progression of osteoarthritis after superior capsular …

Margin convergence vs. superior capsular reconstruction for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears: outcomes are equivalent unless there is preoperative …

NK Patel, RP Reddy, M Como, NN Wagala… - Journal of Shoulder and …, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Margin convergence (MC) and superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) are
common treatment options for irreparable rotator cuff tears in younger patients, although …