AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-The Effect of Time Interval from MRI to Rotator Cuff Repair on Tear Size: Imaged vs. Actual Tear Size-Dr. Gregory P. Nicholson, M.D.

The Effect of Time Interval from MRI to Rotator Cuff Repair on Tear Size: Imaged vs. Actual Tear Size-Dr. Gregory P. Nicholson, M.D.

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In this video, the speaker discusses a study they conducted on the effectiveness of preoperative MRI in diagnosing and planning for rotator cuff tears. The study aimed to determine the correlation between MRI findings and intraoperative results, as well as the impact of the time lapse between the MRI and surgical intervention on tear progression and accuracy of MRI findings. The results showed that tear size progression was associated with the time interval between MRI and surgery, with an underestimation of tear size by MRI as time increased. The anterior band of the supraspinatus and tear location were more accurately predicted when the MRI was less than six months old. The speaker suggests considering new advanced imaging studies if the MRI is more than six months old. Overall, the study highlights the importance of timely and accurate diagnostic imaging for rotator cuff tears. (Speaker: Not specified)

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Concurrent Scientific Session: Paper Presentations - Basic Science & Education 5.4.2019

Keywords

preoperative MRI

rotator cuff tears

tear progression

MRI findings

accurate diagnostic imaging