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Does Sarcopenia Influence Rotator Cuff Tear Patterns? Radiological Insights From Patients With Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Sponsor: Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
Summary
Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass due to aging, which consequently leads to a decline in muscle function. It is considered an independent risk factor for falls and fractures, disability, postoperative complications, and mortality. Rotator cuff tears are known to be influenced by systemic diseases such as diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis. The aim of our study is to investigate whether there is a relationship between sarcopenia and rotator cuff tears, and if so, to determine the location and type of the tear.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
40 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
104
Start Date
2025-01-01
Completion Date
2025-12-30
Last Updated
2025-11-26
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Sarcopenia will be assessed using the STAR (Sonographic Thigh Adjustment Ratio) method.
A detailed evaluation of shoulder MRI scans will be conducted. The presence and severity of supraspinatus tendon tears, as well as the presence of muscle atrophy (assessed using the tangent sign), will be recorded. In addition, tears in other rotator cuff tendons, signs of tendinitis, and any other pathological findings will also be documented.
Locations (1)
Health Science University Haydarpaşa Numune Research and Training Hospital
Istanbul, Üsküdar, Turkey (Türkiye)