Case Study

Case Study

Superior Capsule Reconstruction using ArthroFlex

Case performed by: Alan M. Hirahara, MD, FRCS(C), 2801 K St #330, Sacramento, CA 95816 Authors: Alan Hirahara, MD, and Wyatt Andersen, ATC

The following case study presents use of SCR using ArthroFlex for repair of an irreparable rotator cuff tear.

Patient

  • 67-year-old, active male
  • No previous surgeries
  • Goutallier Stage: 2
  • Hamada Grade: 2
  • Existing Comorbidities: None
  • Concomitant Medication: Prostate meds

Procedure

  • ArthroFlex 301 – 3.5 mm thickness
  • SCR, Biceps Tenodesis, Extensive Debridement, PRP
  • Lateral Fixation: 6 – 4.75 mm Vented SwiveLock® SpeedBridge™
  • Medial Fixation: 2 – 3.0 mm SutureTak®
  • Graft Dimensions: 2.2 (M) x 3.5 (L) x 5.0 (A) x 5.0 (P)
  • ​Anterior & Posterior Margin Convergence

At final follow up, the patient is completely satisfied with the outcome.
Patient reports no pain and full range of motion. 
See table for reported outcome measures.

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