Latissimus Dorsi Tendon Transfer with or Without Superior Capsular Reconstruction for Treatment of Irrepairable Rotator Cuff Tears

摘要

Objectives:Treatment options for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears, in middle aged adults, consists of tendon transfer or superior capsular reconstruction (SCR). The purpose of this study was to evaluate if transfer of the latissimus dorsi tendon transfer is enhanced with combination of superior capsular reconstruction for treatment of massive irreparable rotator cuff tears.