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Managing Simple Full-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears With Single-or Double-Row Repair Constructs
Simple, typically crescent-shaped, full-thickness rotator cuff tears may be repaired with single-or double-row constructs. The tear must be thoroughly characterized, accounting for tear morphology in relation to the anterior cord of the supraspinatus tendon. Careful assessment of tissue quality and repair tension is critical, particularly in a patient with remnant tissue on the greater tuberosity footprint. The surgeon performing the repair should strive for technical efficiency and biomechanical optimization. Healing and resultant favorable outcomes rely not only on meticulous surgical technique but on patient compliance with the recovery program and its progression in the appropriate time parameters.