Limited Biomechanical Evidence Behind Single Row Versus Double Row Repair of Subscapularis Tears: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To systematically review the literature for studies investigating the biomechanical properties of constructs used to repair isolated subscapularis tears in time zero human cadaveric studies.

Methods

A systematic review was performed using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Three electronic databases were searched for studies that reported on the construct technique and biomechanical outcomes for the repair of isolated subscapularis tears in human cadaveric specimens. Ultimate load, gap formation, stiffness, and failure mode were documented. Methodological quality was assessed using the Quality Appraisal for Cadaveric Studies (QUACS) scale.

Results

Six articles qualified (104 shoulders [72 single-row, 26 double-row, 6

SUBMITTER: Xiao M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9210385 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature