Reply to Sun et al.: Methodological clarifications regarding “Ultratape and sutures combination versus conventional sutures in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair: a 6-month retrospective matched cohort study”
Year: 2025
Type: letter
Abstract: We thank Sun et al. for their interest in our article, "UltraTape and Sutures Combination Versus Conventional Sutures in Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A 6-Month Retrospective Matched Cohort Study", and for their constructive comments. Their concerns regarding temporal bias and methodology merit clarification. Here, we detail our study design and efforts to minimize bias, and discuss the interpretation and clinical value of real-world, retrospective cohort data in the context of new surgical technologies.
Authors: Ala’ Hawa, James Bilbrough, Christyon Hayek, Mina Shenouda, George A. C. Murrell
Institutions: Yarmouk University, UNSW Sydney, St George Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,090
OpenAlex ID: W4414662001