ArticleBMC musculoskeletal disorders2025
Association between acromial morphology and tear severity in arthroscopically confirmed rotator cuff tears.
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- Biceps augmentation to improve the footprint coverage and functional outcomes in the treatment of large to massive rotator cuff tears.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Article
- Glenoid version and recurrent anterior shoulder dislocation: a case-control study.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Article
- Association Between Postoperative Subacromial Impingement Syndrome and Functional Recovery After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair in Elderly Patients: A Single-Center Retrospective Study.Clinical interventions in aging · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundRotator cuff tears (RCTs) are a prevalent cause of shoulder dysfunction, especially in older adults. Among the intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing tear severity, the role of acromial morphology remains controversial. This study aims to investigate the association between acromion type, as classified by the Bigliani system, and RCT severity confirmed arthroscopically, and to assess whether age, diabetes mellitus, or hyperlipidemia are significant predictors.
methodsIn this retrospective, cross-sectional study, 96 patients who underwent shoulder magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and subsequent arthroscopy between 2020 and 2024 were randomly selected. Patients were categorized based on Bigliani acromion types (Type I, II, III). RCT size was assessed and classified intraoperatively. Multinomial logistic regression was used to identify predictors of tear severity.
resultsA significant association was found between acromion morphology and tear size (p < 0.001). Type III (hooked) acromia were strongly associated with massive tears, while Type I and II were more commonly associated with smaller tears. Increasing age was an independent predictor of larger tears. No statistically significant relationship was found between tear size and diabetes mellitus or hyperlipidemia.
conclusionsHooked (Type III) acromion morphology and older age were found to be associated with greater RCT severity. Systemic metabolic comorbidities such as diabetes and hyperlipidemia did not appear to significantly affect tear extent. These findings support the potential clinical relevance of acromial morphology in preoperative assessment and risk stratification, although further prospective research is warranted. STUDY
designRetrospective, cross-sectional, observational study.
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