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Superior Capsular Reconstruction vs. Partial Repair for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Summary
Little evidence exists to guide treatment in patients with massive irreparable rotator cuff tears (MRCTS). Arthroscopic partial rotator cuff repair (PRCR) has the longest record of use. The new technique of superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) has more recently been described. Despite high enthusiasm for this technique, its effectiveness, cost and safety profile have not been established. The long-term goal of this study is to perform a multicenter randomized control trial to evaluate the effectiveness of SCR compared to PRCR in patients with MRCTS. The current study is a pilot required to support the development of an expanded formal clinical trial.
Official title: Arthroscopic Partial Repair vs. Superior Capsular Reconstruction for Massive Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Pilot Randomized and Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2018-07-18
Completion Date
2028-07
Last Updated
2024-09-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Superior Capsular Reconstruction
Residual rotator cuff defect is reconstructed with a dermal allograft secured to the glenoid and humeral head.
Partial Repair
Rotator cuff is repaired with residual defect remaining.
Locations (2)
Sunnybrook Holland Orthopaedic & Arthritic Centre
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Women's College Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, Canada