scholarly journals Treatment Options for Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 304-315
Author(s):  
Natalie K. Kucirek ◽  
Nicole J. Hung ◽  
Stephanie E. Wong
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Clinical Improvement ◽  
Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Rotator Cuff Tears ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Younger Patients ◽  
Partial Repair ◽  
Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder

Abstract Purpose of Review Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears present a significant challenge to the orthopedic surgeon. No single treatment, particularly among joint-preserving options, has been shown to be superior. The purpose of this review is to discuss recent advances in the treatment of massive irreparable rotator cuff tears, including partial repair with and without graft augmentation, interposition grafts, superior capsule reconstruction, subacromial balloon spacers, tendon transfer, and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. We will also offer guidance on surgical indications based on our clinical experience. Recent Findings Partial repair may offer reasonable clinical improvement for patients with lower preoperative function despite high re-tear rates. Additionally, several types of interposition grafts have shown promising short-term results and may outperform repair alone. Subacromial balloon spacers may lead to clinical improvement, especially in patients without glenohumeral osteoarthritis or pseudoparalysis, and recently received FDA approval for use in the USA. Superior capsule reconstruction is a technically demanding procedure that appears to produce excellent short-term results particularly when performed at high volume, but long-term studies in heterogeneous study groups are needed. Tendon transfers improve function by restoring force coupling in the shoulder, offering a promising option for younger patients. Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) is a reliable option for treatment of irreparable cuff tears in elderly patients with lower functional demands. Summary Irreparable cuff tears remain a difficult condition to treat. Recommended treatment for younger patients without glenohumeral osteoarthritis is particularly controversial. For older patients with low-demand lifestyles and glenohumeral osteoarthritis, RTSA is an effective treatment option. For all discussed procedures, patient selection appears to play a critical role in clinical outcomes.

scholarly journals Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty in the Massive Rotator Cuff Tear

2014 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 145-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jin Young Jeong ◽  
Hong Eun Cha
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Rotator Cuff Tear ◽  
Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Rotator Cuff Tears ◽  
Massive Rotator Cuff Tear ◽  
Cuff Tear ◽  
Biceps Tenotomy ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder

In the patients of retracted massive rotator cuff tears, there are much of difficulty to functional recovery and pain relief. Nevertheless the development of treatment, there are still debates of the best treatments in the massive rotator cuff tears. Recenlty various of treatments are introduced; these are acromioplasty with debridement, biceps tenotomy, great tuberoplasty with biceps tenotomy, partial repair, mini-open rotator cuff repair, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, soft tissue augmentation, tendon transfer, flap, hemiarthroplasty, and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. That there is no difference of result for reverse total shoulder arthroplasty between patients who have massive rotator cuff tear without arthritis and patients who have cuff tear arthropathy. Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty is one of reliable and successful treatment options for massive rotator cuff tear. Especially it is more effective for patients who have a pseudoparalysis.

scholarly journals Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Without Arthritis Treated With Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 296-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mandeep S. Virk ◽  
Gregory P. Nicholson ◽  
Anthony A. Romeo
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Young Patients ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Rotator Cuff Tears ◽  
Patient Comfort ◽  
Dramatic Improvement ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder

Background: Irreparable rotator cuff (RC) tears without arthritis is a challenging clinical problem in young adults. Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) has been proposed as one of the surgical treatment options for this condition. Methods: In this review, we discuss the current understanding of the role of RTSA for the management of irreparable RC tears without arthritis based on authors personal experience and available scientific literature. Results: Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) is a constrained arthroplasty system that can allow the deltoid and remaining rotator cuff to substitute for the lost function of irreparable RC. Furthermore, the pain relief is consistent with often a dramatic improvement in patient comfort, shoulder function and stability. In patients with pseudoparalysis of the shoulder without advanced arthritis, RTSA effectively restores forward elevation above the shoulder but may not dramatically improve external (ER) or internal rotation (IR). However, due to concerns over implant longevity, caution has to be exercised when using RTSA for symptomatic irreparable RC tears with preserved active forward elevation (AFE) and in patients less than 65 years of age. Conclusion: RTSA is a reasonable surgical option for irreparable rotator cuff repair without arthritis. However, caution should be exercised when offering RTSA to young patients and patient without pseudoparalysis because they can have a higher complication and dissatisfaction rate. In addition, longevity of RTSA and subsequent need for revision surgery remains a significant concern in this population.

scholarly journals A “Floating Glenoid” after a Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Case Report with Literature Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Simon N Bell ◽  
Simon N Bell ◽  
Maxim U.S.I. Christmas ◽  
Jennifer A. Coghlan
Keyword(s):  
Rotator Cuff ◽  
Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Deltoid Muscle ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty ◽  
Rotator Cuff Tears ◽  
Surgical Removal ◽  
Joint Movement ◽  
Complex Proximal Humeral Fractures ◽  
Reverse Total Shoulder

A shoulder replacement for cuff tear arthropathy was the original indication of the reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA). However, over time, this particular concept of shoulder arthroplasty has found new indications for other pathologies such as complex proximal humeral fractures and irreparable rotator cuff tears with rotator cuff arthropathy. Retensioning of the deltoid muscle is a vital step during this procedure in order to restore active elevation however, this can be potentially problematic since it results in anatomical changes and often times increases the stress forces across the acromion. We experienced a rare case of an 84-year-old female presenting with an extensive fracture resulting in a “floating glenoid” after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty via a deltopectoral approach. In our case, the patient presented with gradual onset pain in the posterior shoulder with point tenderness over the acromion, which worsened during active joint movement. The patient was definitively managed with surgical removal of the glenoid implants and conversion to a hemiarthroplasty. While there are existing strategies for preventing fractures of this nature, further research is still necessary to establish best management guidelines of these fracture complications associated with rTSA in order to achieve optimal outcomes.

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