Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow

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Superior capsular reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tear: a review of current methods

  • Seok Won Chung (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Konkuk University Medical Center) ;
  • Dong-Hyun Kim (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital) ;
  • Hyun Joo Lee (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital) ;
  • Won Ki Hong (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital) ;
  • Seung Ho Chung (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital) ;
  • Jong Pil Yoon (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital)
  • Received : 2023.06.22
  • Accepted : 2023.08.30
  • Published : 2023.12.01
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Abstract

Irreparable massive rotator cuff tears can significantly impact daily life; and these types of tears can be difficult to repair completely, especially in younger patients who are more active and have higher functional requirements. Since its introduction by Mihata and the colleagues, superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) has gained popularity in the treatment of irreparable massive rotator cuff tears and has shown promising short-term results. A variety of studies have focused on the clinical and biomechanical outcomes of this procedure. This article reviews the biomechanics, indications for the surgical procedure, graft options, surgical technique, and rehabilitation from SCR.

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Acknowledgement

This study was supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grant funded by the Korean government (MSIT) (NRF-2022R1A2C1005374).

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