full thickness

Surgical Options

1.  Open antero-lateral approach 

Large / Massive Cuff Tear

2.  Deltopectoral approach

Large Subscapularis tear

3.  Arthroscopic Assisted Mini-open

Indication

- Small / Moderate Cuff Tear < 3cm

- no retraction

Technique

- arthroscopic SAD

Definition

Full thickness tear (FTT)

- variable amount retraction from insertion

Partial thickness tear (PTT)

- incomplete

- bursal or articular sided