ReviewOrthopedic research and reviews2022
Optimal Management of Partial Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears: Clinical Considerations and Practical Management.
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21 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Comparison of three common shoulder injections for rotator cuff tears: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2023Pooled it
- Percutaneous bone marrow concentrate and platelet products versus exercise therapy for the treatment of rotator cuff tears: a randomized controlled, crossover trial with 2-year follow-up.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Trial
- Collagen and platelet-rich plasma in partial-thickness rotator cuff injuries. Friends or only indifferent neighbours? Randomised controlled trial.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2022Trial
- Histological Effects of PRP and Corticosteroids Following In Situ Repair of Bursal-Sided Partial Rotator Cuff Tears: An Experimental Rat Study.Biomedicines · 2026Article
- Clinical outcomes of arthroscopic suture-bridge repair for intratendinous rotator cuff tears converted to full-thickness tears.Asia-Pacific journal of sports medicine, arthroscopy, rehabilitation and technology · 2026Article
- An investigation into the level of awareness concerning rotator cuff disorders and adhesive capsulitis in southern region, Saudi Arabia.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2026Article
- Multimodal deep learning integrating ultrasonographic and clinical data for enhanced rotator cuff tear identification.Frontiers in physiology · 2026Article
- Arthroscopic Noninvasive Transtendon Double-Pulley Suture Bridge Repair of Partial Articular Supraspinatus Tendon Avulsions.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- Nondisruptive Full-Thickness Double-Row Repair Technique for Bursal-Sided Partial-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- Partial Cuff Repair in Rotator Cuff Tears: Current Concepts and Clinical Considerations.Indian journal of orthopaedics · 2025Review
- Biologically Enhanced Repair of Interstitial Rotator Cuff Tears With Intralesional Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bursal Tissue Injection.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
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- A machine learning and nomogram-based study: effect of applying biologically formulated platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on the degree of pain relief after rotator cuff repair and prediction modeling, integrating biomedicine and artificial intelligence.Frontiers in medicine · 2025Article
- Analyzing practice pattern in treating partial-thickness rotator cuff tears: a dual perspective from national database and American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons PARCIAL research group.JSES international · 2025Article
- Finite element-based evaluation of the supraspinatus tendon biomechanical environment necessitates better clinical management based on tear location and thickness.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Optimizing Tissue Engineering for Clinical Relevance in Rotator Cuff Repair.Tissue engineering. Part B, Reviews · 2024Review
- Effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy for rotator cuff injury: Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis.PloS one · 2024Article
- Magnetic resonance imaging could precisely define the mean value of tendon thickness in partial rotator cuff tears.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2023Article
- Anatomic characteristics of shoulder based on MRI accurately predict incomplete rotator cuff injuries in patients: relevance for predictive, preventive, and personalized healthcare strategies.The EPMA journal · 2023Article
- Functional and MRI Outcomes After In Situ Repair Versus Tear Completion Before Repair of Bursal-Side Partial-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears.Orthopaedic surgery · 2023Article
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Abstract
Partial thickness rotator cuff tears have been diagnosed with increased frequency due to heightened awareness and an improvement in diagnostic modalities. When >50% of the tendon thickness has ruptured, intra-tendinous strain of the residual tendon increases. Surgery is generally confined to patients who have failed non-operative measures and have persistent symptoms. The rationale for repairing partial thickness tears lies in their limited self-healing capacity, and propensity to enlarge over time and progress to a full thickness defect. Although tear debridement and acromioplasty can improve pain and function, tear progression can occur, in addition to worse results being noted in bursal-sided defects. Several surgical strategies have been recommended but there is a lack of evidence to advocate one form of treatment over another. The aim of this narrative review is to discuss the treatment options for partial thickness tears of the rotator cuff.
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