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Biologically Enhanced Repair of Interstitial Rotator Cuff Tears With Intralesional Platelet‐Rich Plasma and Bursal Tissue Injection

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Rotator cuff tendinopathy is a common and important source of shoulder pain. Symptoms tend to worsen over time and can progress to partial- or full-thickness rotator cuff tears. This can lead to increased pain and a further decrease in function. The use of orthobiologics for surgical augmentation has been a subject of much interest and discussion regarding its potential adjuvant assistance in rotator cuff reconstruction. We describe a transtendinous repair of large interstitial rotator cuff tears augmented by injecting platelet-rich plasma and autologous bursal tissue into the interstitial defect prior to reconstruction.

Source: Arthroscopy Techniques

DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2025.103470

Authors: David P. Richards, Timothy M. George

Institution: West Virginia University

Language: English

Topic: Shoulder Injury and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $975