Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) was originally developed because of
unsatisfactory results with anatomic shoulder arthroplasty options for the majority of …

Since the introduction of reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) in 1987 (in Europe) and
2004 (in the United States), the number of RTSAs performed annually has increased …

Background The purpose of this study was to determine the incidence of primary reverse
total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) and anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) in the …

Background A standard definition for massive rotator cuff tears (MRCTs) has not been
identified. The purpose of this study is to use the modified Delphi technique to determine a …

Background Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) is indicated for patients with glenohumeral
arthritis. In this procedure, the humeral head and glenoid surface are replaced with …

Background: Painful dysfunctional shoulders with irreparable rotator cuff tears (IRCTs) in
active patients are a challenge. Arthroscopic superior capsular reconstruction (ASCR) is a …

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Purpose To systematically review and evaluate the efficacy and complication profile of
superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) as a technique to address massive, irreparable …

Background: Treatment of irreparable massive rotator cuff tears (MRCTs) in patients without
advanced glenohumeral osteoarthritis remains a challenge. Arthroscopic superior capsule …

Background Multiple non-arthroplasty surgical techniques are described for the
management of large and massive irreparable rotator cuff tears. There is currently no …