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Rotator cuff tear and acromioclavicular joint cyst
A Lizaur Utrilla1, L Marco Gomez, A Perez Aznar
1Service of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital General Elda, Spain.
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica
|January 1, 1995
Summary
A subcutaneous synovial cyst associated with a massive rotator cuff tear was surgically treated. The patient experienced an unsatisfactory functional outcome following cyst excision and rotator cuff repair.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Shoulder Anatomy
Background:
- Subcutaneous synovial cysts are rare, often associated with joint pathology.
- Rotator cuff tears and long head of biceps injuries are common shoulder conditions.
Observation:
- A 58-year-old male presented with a subcutaneous synovial cyst over the acromioclavicular joint.
- Arthrography revealed a massive rotator cuff tear and long head of biceps tear.
- A loose acromial fragment was identified intraoperatively.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention included cyst excision, acromioplasty, loose fragment removal, and duramater allograft for rotator cuff closure.
- The patient's functional outcome after the combined surgical procedure was unsatisfactory.
Implications:
- This case highlights the complex relationship between synovial cysts, rotator cuff tears, and acromial pathology.
- Further research may be needed to optimize surgical strategies for similar complex shoulder injuries.
- Understanding these associations is crucial for improving patient outcomes in shoulder surgery.