Editorial Commentary: Subacromial Decompression Is Unnecessary in Most Routine Rotator Cuff Repairs.
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.02.015.
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Abstract
There is no need to perform subacromial decompression in partial bursal-sided rotator cuff repairs to obtain a good result. This, paired with the findings of previous studies of full-thickness rotator cuff repairs, suggests that extrinsic factors rarely affect the rotator cuff.
Medical subject headings
- Rotator Cuff
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
Anatomy
- shoulder