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Prevention, Reduction, and Stabilization of Dog‐Ear Deformities During Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs (ARCRs) are common procedures that have been increasing in incidence. When performing ARCR, the surgeon often identifies an undesirable flap or fold, referred to as a "dog-ear" deformity, between sutures or knots. The height and/or thickness of a dog-ear deformity may decrease the rotator cuff-to-acromion distance, resulting in possible impingement and repair compromise. Furthermore, the goal of ARCR is to achieve complete restoration of the tendon-to-footprint relation. To restore the entire footprint, this lesion must be reduced and stabilized. We present a technique using looped sutures to augment the rotator cuff repair and prevent dog-ear formation.

Source: Arthroscopy Techniques

DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2019.08.010

Authors: Matthew T. Owen, Bo N. Loy, Dan Guttmann, John B. Reid

Institution: Taos Orthopaedic Institute

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: $900