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Contents

List of Contributors

Preface

Basic Science and Rotator Cuff Repair: Where Have We Arrived?

References

Epidemiology, Genetics and Biological Factors of Rotator Cuff Tears

Abstract

Epidemiology

Genetics

Biological Factors

Conclusions

References

Biomechanics of the Rotator Cuff: European Perspective

Abstract

Biomechanical Properties of the Rotator Cuff

Role of Mechanical Factors in Rotator Cuff Tears

Effects of Injury

Biomechanical Factors in Rotator Cuff Repair

References

Role of Biomechanics in Rotator Cuff Pathology: North American Perspective

Abstract

Rotator Cuff Failure in Biomechanical Literature

Impingement: Biomechanical Considerations

Rotator Cuff Pathology: Age and Symptoms

References

The Scapula in Rotator Cuff Disease

Abstract

The Scapula in Rotator Cuff Dysfunction and Disease

Causative Mechanisms for Scapular Dyskinesis

Evaluation of the Scapula

Treatment of Scapular Dyskinesis

Conclusions

References

Instability and Rotator Cuff Tear

Abstract

Prevalence and Incidence: Reports from the Literature

Biomechanics

Terrible Triad of the Shoulder

Treatment

Conclusions

References

Growth Factors and Tendon Healing

Abstract

Tendon Repair

Growth Factors in Tendon Healing

Discussion

References

Autologous Blood Products in Rotator Cuff Repair

Abstract

Background

Current Treatment

Action of Platelet- Rich Plasma

Preparation of Platelet- Rich Plasma

Practical Application in Shoulder Surgery

Current Evidence of the Efficacy of Platelet- Rich Plasma

Additional Management Points

Current Evidence for Platelet- Rich Plasma in the Shoulder

Conclusion

References

Tendinopathy of the Long Head of the Biceps

Abstract

Anatomy/Function

Pathophysiology

Symptoms

Physical Examination Findings

Imaging

Non-Operative Management

Operative Management

Postoperative Rehabilitation

Conclusion

References

Conservative Treatment and Rotator Cuff Tear Progression

Abstract

Physical Therapy

Intra-Articular Injections

Medications

Tear Progression

Conclusion

References

Operative Management of Partial- and Full- Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears

Abstract

Definition and Classification

Diagnosis

Management

Treatment for PTRCTs

Rotator Cuff Tears

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Subscapularis Tears

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Features

Management

Postoperative Management

Results

Conclusions

References

Single- and Double- Row Repair for Rotator Cuff Tears – Biology and Mechanics

Abstract

Description of the Surgical Techniques

Results

Discussion

References

Arthroscopic Transosseous Rotator Cuff Repair

Abstract

Biomechanical Studies

Roman Bridge Suture Anchor Repair

Low-Profile Roman Bridge Repair

Clinical Studies

Conclusions

References

Treatment Options for Chronic Retracted Degenerative Rotator Cuff Tears

Abstract

Presentation and Diagnosis

Biomechanics

Non- Operative Management

Debridement

Rotator Cuff Repair

Margin Convergence

Releases and Slides

Tendon Transfers

Other Options

Conclusion

References

Synthetic Augmentation in Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Abstract

Synthetic Scaffolds for Massive Rotator Cuff Tear Augmentation

Discussion

Conclusions

References

Understanding and Preventing Complications in Repairing Rotator Cuff Tears

Abstract

Positioning and Anaesthesia

Neurological Complications

Fluid Extravasation

Surgically Related Complications

Conclusions

References

Subject Index

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