Editorial Commentary: Long Head Biceps Tendon Autograft Is an Ideal and Cost-effective Graft Choice in Superior Capsular Reconstruction of the Glenohumeral Joint.
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Abstract
Recent literature supports the concept of superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) in patients with irreparable massive rotator cuff tears. Tensor fascia lata autograft and dermal allograft have been used with reported improvement of clinical outcomes. Long head biceps (LHB) tendon autograft has been proposed as an alternative autograft source for SCR. The advantage of LHB autograft is its anatomic proximity, robust graft strength, and cost-effectiveness. The biomechanical data, as well as short-term clinical outcomes, support the use of LHB autograft for SCR.
Medical subject headings
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Joint
Anatomy
- shoulder
- humerus