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. 1997 Jan;28(1):83-98.
doi: 10.1016/s0030-5898(05)70267-4.

Full-thickness tears: arthroscopic repair

G M Gartsman  1 , S M Hammerman
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Full-thickness tears: arthroscopic repair

G M Gartsman et al. Orthop Clin North Am. 1997 Jan.

Abstract

Arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tears is an option for a surgeon with advanced arthroscopic skills and a thorough knowledge of open repair technique. Surgical indications and a detailed description of operative technique are presented. Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair offers theoretical advantages over open repair, but long-term studies are needed to demonstrate its effectiveness.

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