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Findings from the patch augmented rotator cuff surgery (PARCS) feasibility study.

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¹Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK. jonathan.cook@csm.ox.ac.uk.

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Patch augmentation shows promise for rotator cuff surgery. A feasibility study explored designs for a definitive trial to assess patch effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, aiming to improve high failure rates in rotator cuff repair.

Area of Science:

Orthopedic surgery
Biomaterials science
Clinical trial design

Background:

Rotator cuff tears are common, causing pain and disability, with high surgical failure rates.
Patch augmentation offers potential to support healing and improve outcomes in rotator cuff repair.
Limited clinical evidence exists for various patch materials and designs.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the design of a definitive randomized controlled trial (RCT) for patch-augmented rotator cuff surgery (PARCS).
To assess the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of patch augmentation.
To ensure the trial design is acceptable to stakeholders and feasible.

Main Methods:

A mixed-methods feasibility study involving a systematic review, surgeon surveys (BESS membership, trialists), stakeholder focus groups, and a Delphi study.

Keywords:

Dermal matrix Feasibility study Patch Randomised trial Rotator cuff tear Shoulder surgery Surgical mesh Tissue scaffold

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Online questionnaires and a consensus meeting were used to gather and analyze data.

Six distinct stages were involved in the study's execution.

Main Results:

Surveys revealed diverse patch materials and designs currently in use.
Stakeholder input highlighted differing views on trial parameters, such as patient selection.
Agreement was reached on key research questions and potential RCT designs through the Delphi study and consensus meeting.

Conclusions:

Further research is recommended for randomized comparisons of on-lay patches for complete repairs and bridging patches for partial repairs.
An observational study to evaluate safety concerns associated with patch use was also suggested.
Findings were influenced by participant perspectives, potentially not encompassing all stakeholder viewpoints.