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Natural History of Rotator Cuff Tears

Volume 6 | Issue 1 | January-June 2021 | Page 36-38 | W. Jaap Willems

Author: W. Jaap Willems [1, 2]

[1] Lairesse Kliniek, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
[2] International Knee and Joint Centre, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Address of Correspondence:
Dr. W. Jaap Willems,
Shoulder Unit, Lairesse Kliniek, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
International Knee and Joint Centre, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
E-mail: w.j.willems@xs4all.nl

Abstract

Rotator cuff tears are a frequent phenomenon with an increasing incidence when the patient gets older. A considerable number of tears remain asymptomatic during a lifetime. However, still, a substantial number of asymptomatic tears become symptomatic. There is, at present evolving evidence that surgical treatment of small to medium-sized tears does better than conservative treatment, even after a long term follow-up. A treatment algorithm is suggested to help the clinician in decision making, where tear size and age are important factors in the prognosis of surgical treatment.
Keywords: Rotator cuff; Ruptures; Natural historyf tears; Partial rotator cuff tears; Subscapularis tears; Geometric Classification; Arthroscopic Classification; Rotator cuff retraction; Rotator cuff tendon quality; Prognosis for Rotator Cuff tears.

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How to Cite this article: Willems WJ | Natural History of Rotator Cuff Tears | Asian Journal of Arthroscopy | January-June 2021; 6(1): 36-38.

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Classification Systems in Rotator Cuff Tears

Volume 6 | Issue 1 | January-June 2021 | Page 31-35 | Ram Chidambaram, Reet Mukhopadhyay

Author: Ram Chidambaram [1], Reet Mukhopadhyay [2]

[1] Department of Shoulder, Elbow, Hand and Sports Injuries, MGM Healthcare, Aminjikarai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
[2] Department of Orthopaedics, R.G.Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Address of Correspondence:
Dr. Reet Mukhopadhyay,
Department of Orthopaedics, R.G.Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
E-mail: reetm.2008@gmail.com

Abstract

Rotator cuff pathology is one of the most common conditions affecting the shoulder joint. Several classification systems have been used to describe rotator cuff tears in orthopedic literature. However, no comprehensive classification inclusive of all types and characteristics currently exists. Rotator cuff tears are classified based on various parameters. These include: 1. Tear depth 2. Tear Size/Extent 3. Tear Retraction 4. Tendon Quality 5. Tear Progression 6. Arthroscopic Classification. This review article aims to establish an algorithm based on the various existing classification systems so as to arrive at the best surgical or non-surgical solution as well as prognosticate the patient regarding the outcome. Special consideration needs to be made for massive tears which are irreparable.
Keywords: Rotator cuff tears; Rotator cuff tear classification; Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears; Partial rotator cuff tears; Subscapularis tears; Geometric Classification; Arthroscopic Classification; Rotator cuff retraction; Rotator cuff tendon quality; Prognosis for Rotator Cuff tears.

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How to Cite this article: Chidambaram R, Mukhopadhyay R | Classification Systems in Rotator Cuff Tears | Asian Journal of Arthroscopy | January- June 2021; 6(1): 31-35.

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