Longitudinal efficacy of acellular dermal allograft following superior capsular reconstruction of irreparable rotator cuff tears.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) remains an option for irreparable rotator cuff tears, especially for active patients. While fascia lata grafts were first used with SCRs, acellular dermal allografts have demonstrated similar postoperative outcomes and complication rates. Few studies report long-term clinical outcomes following use of acellular dermal allografts. The aim of the current study is to evaluate long-term efficacy of allograft usage in SCR through patient reported clinical outcomes.

Methods

A retrospective review of patients undergoing SCR with use of dermal allografts from 2015 to 2021 was performed. Exclusion criteria included patients lost to follow up, revision or removal of graft, and inadequate follow up timepoints. Demographics and operative

SUBMITTER: Cha EDK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9253897 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep-Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature