Transcending Patient Morphometry: Acromiohumeral Interval to Glenoid Ratio as a Universal Diagnostic Tool for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears.

ABSTRACT: Morphological differences among various ethnicities can significantly impact the reliability of acromiohumeral interval (AHI) measurements in diagnosing massive rotator cuff tears. This variation raises questions about the generalizability of AHI studies conducted in Western populations to the Asian population. Consequently, the primary objective of this study was to develop a novel parameter that can enhance the diagnosis of massive rotator cuff tears, irrespective of morphometric disparities between individuals of different ethnic backgrounds. A 10-year retrospective analysis of shoulder arthroscopic surgery patients was conducted, categorizing them into 3 groups based on intraoperative findings: those without rotator cuff tears, those with non-massive tears, and those with massive tears

SUBMITTER: Sakdapanichkul C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11262935 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature