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A Novel Arthroscopic Medial Knot-Tying Suture-Bridge Repair with Rip-Stop Technique for Rotator Cuff Tears
Published on: January 13, 2026
Techniques for suture anchor removal in shoulder surgery
Paul W Grutter1, Edward G McFarland, Bashir A Zikria
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, 4940 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224-2780, USA.
Abstract:
Although suture anchor complications after arthroscopic shoulder surgery are uncommon, they can be devastating, such as articular cartilage or bone loss secondary to a dislodged or prominent suture anchor. Proper insertion of the anchor is the most important factor in the prevention of this complication, but if a complication occurs, prompt recognition and treatment are important to prevent damage to the shoulder. The goals were to (1) discuss strategies for preventing or dealing with dislodged or prominent suture anchors and (2) introduce techniques for removal of these implants.