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Bridging Allograft Reconstruction for Chronic, Massive Rotator Cuff Tears
January 2022
Bridging Allograft Reconstruction for Chronic, Massive Rotator Cuff Tears
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Bridging Allograft Reconstruction Is Superior to Maximal Repair for the Treatment of Chronic, Massive Rotator Cuff Tears: Results of a Prospective, Randomized Controlled Trial
Am J Sports Med . 2021 Oct;49(12):3173-3183.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Thirty patients undergoing surgical management for chronic, massive rotator cuff tears were randomized to receive debridement and maximal repair (n=15) or reconstruction with a bridging dermal allograft (n=15). The primary outcome of interest was the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff (WORC) index measured at 2 years postoperatively. Secondary outcomes of interest included the Disabilities of the Arm, S...
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