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Arthroscopically assisted mini-open rotator cuff repair.

Theodore J Shinners1, Peter G Noordsij, John F Orwin

  • 1Division of Orthopedics, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, Wisconsin, USA.

Arthroscopy : the Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery : Official Publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
|January 5, 2002
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Summary

Arthroscopically assisted mini-open rotator cuff repair shows excellent outcomes, with 93% of patients achieving good or excellent results. This technique effectively improves pain and function for torn rotator cuffs.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Rotator cuff tears are common injuries affecting shoulder function.
  • Surgical repair aims to restore function and alleviate pain.
  • Minimally invasive techniques are increasingly explored for rotator cuff repair.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical outcomes of arthroscopically assisted mini-open rotator cuff repair.
  • To assess patient satisfaction and functional improvement following the procedure.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective clinical review of 41 patients (41 shoulders) who underwent arthroscopically assisted mini-open rotator cuff repair for full-thickness tears.
  • Average follow-up of 36 months.
  • UCLA scores used to analyze preoperative and postoperative pain, function, strength, and range of motion.

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Main Results:

  • 93% of patients achieved excellent or good outcomes, with 7% fair and 0% poor.
  • All patients reported improvement in pain and function, with universal satisfaction.
  • Average UCLA score was 32.3; no significant differences based on tear size or age.
  • Workers' Compensation patients had significantly lower UCLA scores and prolonged return-to-work intervals.

Conclusions:

  • Arthroscopically assisted mini-open rotator cuff repair is an effective and excellent surgical option.
  • The technique leads to significant improvements in patient-reported outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Consideration of workers' compensation status may be important for return-to-work expectations.