Editorial Commentary: Low Reoperation Rates for Outpatient Rotator Cuff Repairs: Proof of Efficacy?
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.06.016.
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Abstract
The reoperation rate for people younger than 65 years is approximately 8% at a minimum 2-year follow-up. The low rate is another indicator that outpatient rotator cuff repair is a good operation with acceptable failure risks.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroscopy
- Rotator Cuff
Anatomy
- shoulder