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Subacromial Balloon Implantation for the Treatment of Irreparable Posterosuperior Rotator Cuff Tears.

Authors :
Marigi EM
Alder KD
Morrey MM
Sanchez-Sotelo J
Source :
Arthroscopy techniques [Arthrosc Tech] 2023 Jul 10; Vol. 12 (8), pp. e1297-e1304. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Jul 10 (Print Publication: 2023).
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Despite the development of various therapeutic options, surgical management of irreparable rotator cuff tears (IRCTs) remains controversial. Recently, implantation of a biodegradable subacromial balloon spacer (InSpace, Stryker Corporation; Kalamazoo, MI) has gained considerable interest for the treatment of certain IRCTs. The reported outcome of balloon implantation has not been consistent, likely due to differing indications and technical approaches. The purpose of this article is to present a reproducible arthroscopic technique for implantation of a subacromial balloon and to review the literature published to date, regarding the efficacy and outcomes of this procedure.<br /> (© 2023 The Authors.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2212-6287
Volume :
12
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Arthroscopy techniques
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37654869
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2023.03.021