Double Arthroscopic Transtendon Repair of Partial-Thickness Articular Surface Tears of the Rotator Cuff: A Surgical Technique

Abstract

This study describes a technique of simultaneous arthroscopy and bursoscopy for transtendon repair of a partial-thickness articular surface rotator cuff tear. All procedures are under simultaneous visualisation from both the glenohumeral joint and the subacromial space to reduce the risk of intraoperative complications.

Keywords

arthroscopy rotator cuff

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