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Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Diagnosis and Management

  • Presents a comprehensive discussion of current operative and non-operative treatment options for massive rotator cuff tears, such as arthroscopy, biologics, tendon transfers and reverse shoulder arthroplasty
  • Includes background, indications and contraindications, step-by-step description, pearls and pitfalls and outcomes for all treatment techniques
  • Contains plentiful illustrations and intra-operative photographs
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (11 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xii
  2. Pathophysiology of Rotator Cuff Tears

    • Trevor P. Scott, Adam Z. Khan, Frank A. Petrigliano
    Pages 1-22
  3. History and Physical Exam

    • Lawrence V. Gulotta
    Pages 23-29
  4. Imaging of the Rotator Cuff

    • Gabrielle P. Konin
    Pages 31-51
  5. Nonoperative Management: Natural History, Medications, and Injections

    • Bashar Alolabi, Eric T. Ricchetti
    Pages 53-66
  6. Arthroscopic Treatment

    • Anthony Ho, Andrew S. Neviaser
    Pages 67-80
  7. Biologics and Patches

    • Phillip N. Williams, Jaydev B. Mistry, Joshua S. Dines
    Pages 81-89
  8. Latissimus Dorsi Tendon Transfer

    • Moira M. McCarthy, Russell F. Warren
    Pages 91-100
  9. Pectoralis Major Tendon Transfer

    • Jeffrey D. Boatright, Austin J. Crow, Stephen F. Brockmeier
    Pages 101-120
  10. Hemiarthroplasty

    • Seth C. Gamradt
    Pages 121-127
  11. Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

    • Phillip N. Williams, Edward V. Craig
    Pages 129-142
  12. Treatment Algorithm for Patients with Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

    • Brian Grawe, Lawrence V. Gulotta
    Pages 143-157
  13. Back Matter

    Pages 159-163

About this book

Presenting a logical, comprehensive approach to the patient with a massive rotator cuff tear, this book begins with the pathoanatomy and diagnostic work-up for this common injury, including imaging. Both non-operative and operative treatment options for massive tears follow, including arthroscopy, the use of biologics and patches, tendon transfers, and hemiarthroplasty and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. A practical treatment algorithm for clinicians treating patients with massive rotator cuff tears is also included. Each chapter opens with pearls and pitfalls covering the main key points for quick reference. The overarching theme of this book is that patients with similar imaging findings may demonstrate very different clinical presentations, and the final treatment recommendation should be made based on their complaints and expectations. As such, it will be an excellent resource for orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine and shoulder physicians, physiatrists, physical medicine and rehab specialists, and occupational therapists.

Reviews

“This is an excellent atlas and textbook on the subject of rotator cuff shoulder pathologies ranging from the mild to most severe cases. … I highly recommend this book to all surgical trainees and practitioners of orthopedics. All doctors with an interest in shoulder surgery will find this book very helpful in there practices.” (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, May, 2015)

“The goal is to provide a comprehensive guide to the treatment of patients with massive rotator cuff tears and how to address pitfalls during attempted repair. … The book targets orthopedic surgeons who perform complex shoulder surgeries, but it will certainly benefit residents, fellows in training, and any surgeons who perform shoulder surgery. … It will be a well-received addition to the orthopedic library and is a must-read for all fellows in shoulder surgery.” (Mark R. Hutchinson, Doody’s Book Reviews, November, 2014)

Editors and Affiliations

  • Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA

    Lawrence V. Gulotta

  • Professor of clinical surgery, Attending Surgeon, Medical School, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA

    Edward V. Craig

About the editors

Lawrence V. Gulotta, MD, Assisting Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery, Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA.

Edward V. Craig, MD, MPH, Attending Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery, Professor of Clinical Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

  • Book Subtitle: Diagnosis and Management

  • Editors: Lawrence V. Gulotta, Edward V. Craig

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-7494-5

  • Publisher: Springer New York, NY

  • eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer Science+Business Media New York 2015

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-4899-7493-8Published: 19 September 2014

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-1-4899-7866-0Published: 17 September 2016

  • eBook ISBN: 978-1-4899-7494-5Published: 18 September 2014

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XII, 163

  • Number of Illustrations: 35 b/w illustrations, 49 illustrations in colour

  • Topics: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation

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eBook USD 84.99
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Softcover Book USD 159.00
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info
Hardcover Book USD 109.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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