Authors:

Augustus D Mazzocca, Peter J Millett, Carlos A Guanche, Stephen A Santangelo, Robert A Arciero

Abstract:

Twenty fresh-frozen cadaveric shoulders were randomly assigned to 4 arthroscopic repair techniques. The repair was performed as either a single-row technique or 1 of 3 double-row techniques: diamond, mattress double anchor, or modified mattress double anchor. Angle of loading, anchor type, bone mineral density, anchor distribution, angle of anchor insertion, arthroscopic technique, and suture type and size were all controlled. Footprint length and width were quantified before and after repair. Displacement with cyclic loading and load to failure were determined.

For the complete study: Arthroscopic Single-Row Versus Double-Row Suture