Outcomes of lower trapezius transfer with hamstring tendons for irreparable rotator cuff tears.

Thiago Bernardo Carvalho DE AlmeidaLuciano PascarelliRoberto R BongiovanniMarcel Js TamaokiLuciano Mr Rodrigues

Published in: Shoulder & elbow (2022)

The transfer of the lower trapezius with autologous grafts from the hamstring tendons showed good results in patients under 65 years of age with irreparable rotator cuff tears . Longer follow-up and a greater number of cases are necessary to confirm the efficacy of the transfer.

Keyphrases

rotator cuff
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
bone marrow
anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
cell therapy
patient reported outcomes
skeletal muscle