AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-Master Series: Five Questions for Jeffrey Abrams, MD-Dr. Jeffrey S. Abrams, M.D.

Master Series: Five Questions for Jeffrey Abrams, MD-Dr. Jeffrey S. Abrams, M.D.

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Video Summary

In this video, surgeons discuss two cases. The first case is a 52-year-old who has a large rotator cuff tear. The surgeons recommend a full rotator cuff repair as the best option, with partial repair and tendon transfer being alternatives. The second case is a 24-year-old with posterior shoulder instability. The surgeons suggest using anchors to cover the articular defect and mattress sutures to bring soft tissue forward. They also recommend scapular stabilizing exercises and sling use during recovery. Posterior bone loss is discussed, with the surgeons mentioning that a bone graft may be necessary if soft tissue is inadequate.

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General Scientific Session: Rotator Cuff Repair 5.2.2019

Keywords

rotator cuff tear

tendon transfer

posterior shoulder instability

anchors

articular defect