AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-It's Not Loco! - Add a Graft-Dr. Louis F. McIntyre, M.D.

It's Not Loco! - Add a Graft-Dr. Louis F. McIntyre, M.D.

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Video Summary

In the video, the speaker discusses the problem of massive rotator cuff tears and the challenges they present in surgical repair. They highlight the need for a comprehensive approach that includes various techniques to address the individual patient's anatomy. The speaker also mentions the use of debridement techniques and interval slides to prepare the tendon for repair. The high re-tear rate of these repairs is highlighted, and the speaker explores different ways to change the biology of the healing environment to improve outcomes. They mention using bio-inductive implants made of purified bovine collagen, which have shown promising results in preclinical and early clinical studies. The speaker emphasizes the importance of taking time and being thorough in the repair process. They conclude by urging surgeons to continue striving for repairs that restore the tendon back to the bone and to explore ways to enhance the healing environment and overcome high re-tear rates.

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Symposium: Grand Debate - The Massive Cuff Tear 5.2.2019

Keywords

rotator cuff tears

surgical repair

comprehensive approach

bio-inductive implants

re-tear rates