Controversies in the Use of Grafts and Patches for Rotator Cuff Surgery: Augmentation, Interposition, Superior Capsule Reconstruction and Bio-inductive Scaffolds (AANA19)-Controversies in the Use of Grafts and Patches for Rotator Cuff Surgery_ Augmentation, Interposition, Superior Capsule Reconstruction and Bio-inductive Scaffolds-Dr. Richard K.N. Ryu, M.D.

Controversies in the Use of Grafts and Patches for Rotator Cuff Surgery_ Augmentation, Interposition, Superior Capsule Reconstruction and Bio-inductive Scaffolds-Dr. Richard K.N. Ryu, M.D.

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Video Summary

This instructional course covers grafts and patches in rotator cuff surgery through a case-based, interactive approach. The session includes an overview of various options such as augmentation, bridging with acellular dermal allografts, superior capsule reconstruction (SCR), and bioinductive scaffolds. Techniques, indications, and outcomes are discussed, emphasizing off-label uses and selective application. The course highlights evolving strategies to improve healing and function in massive rotator cuff tears, with contributions from experienced surgeons. It concludes with an introduction to Dr. Sullivantel from Argentina, who will discuss latissimus dorsi transfer as an adjunct to cuff repair.

Keywords

rotator cuff surgery

grafts and patches

acellular dermal allografts

superior capsule reconstruction

latissimus dorsi transfer