AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-‘Play it Where it Lies’ and Partial Repair-Dr. Mark H. Getelman, M.D.

‘Play it Where it Lies’ and Partial Repair-Dr. Mark H. Getelman, M.D.

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Video Summary

In the video, a speaker expresses gratitude to Dr. Kelly and the program committee for the opportunity. They discuss a case involving a 71-year-old patient with chronic shoulder pain and a large rotator cuff tear. The speaker explores the challenge of dealing with potential high re-tear rates and poor healing in older patients. They discuss the role of partial repair in managing large tears, including the importance of restoring force couples and the posterior rotator cuff. The speaker mentions studies that support the efficacy of partial repair and discusses the potential benefits of adding a dermal matrix allograft. They conclude that partial repair, with or without a graft, is a viable option for difficult cases.

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Symposium: Grand Debate - The Massive Cuff Tear 5.2.2019

Keywords

partial repair

rotator cuff tear

older patients

force couples

dermal matrix allograft