A comparative study of arthroscopic débridement versus repair for Ellman grade II bursal-side partial-thickness rotator cuff tears
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Sep 21, 2020
Zhang Y, Zhai S, Qi C, et al. - The clinical outcomes of arthroscopic débridement vs repair for Ellman grade II bursal-side partial-thickness rotator cuff tears were reported. Among 46 patients who presented with Ellman grade II bursal-side partial-thickness rotator cuff tears and were available throughout follow-up, 20 patients underwent débridement whereas 26 underwent arthroscopic repair on the basis of preoperative findings and patient preference. These patients were assessed for the visual analog scale (VAS), Constant-Murley shoulder, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, and University of California–Los Angeles scores. As per outcomes, clinical scores and low retear rates during 2 years of follow-up were comparable between arthroscopic débridement and repair of Ellman grade II bursal-side partial-thickness rotator cuff tears. However, better results were evident in correlation with débridement, particularly within 6 months postoperatively, with achievement of a favorable prognosis up to 2 years postoperatively.
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