Managing Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears
The Problem Management of massive rotator cuff tears is a technically challenging problem in orthopedic surgery. Poor tissue quality, tendon retraction, muscular atrophy, and scarring all contribute to poor healing and a high rate of recurrence after massive rotator cuff tear repair. Irreparable massive rotator cuff tears, or those that are retracted with degenerated and…
