Dorsi Tendon Transfer for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Modified Technique to Improve Tendon Transfer Integrity: Surgical Technique

Shoulder: Rotator Cuff


Latissimus Dorsi Tendon Transfer for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Modified Technique to Improve Tendon Transfer Integrity: Surgical Technique


Tauber M, Moursy M, Forstner R, et al (Paracelsus Med Univ, Salzburg, Austria) J Bone Joint Surg Am 92:226-239, 2010§



T. Duquin, MD



Evidence Ranking


• E



Expert Rating


• 2



Abstract



Background


Latissimus dorsi tendon transfer is a well-established method for the treatment of massive irreparable posterosuperior defects of the rotator cuff. Subsequent rupture of the transferred tendon may contribute to the rate of failure of the index procedure. We hypothesized that modification of our technique of tendon harvesting would lead to greater fixation stability and a reduced failure rate.



Methods

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