Structural Augmentation in Rotator Cuff Repair Decreases the Risk of Retear: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on January 19, 2026
Abstract
The American Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 54, Issue 6, Page 1525-1536, May 2026.
Background:Rotator cuff tears are a common orthopaedic injury often resulting in shoulder pain and functional impairment. Despite the prevalence of rotator cuff tears, the incidence of retear after rotator cuff repair (RCR) remains high. There is growing ...
Background:Rotator cuff tears are a common orthopaedic injury often resulting in shoulder pain and functional impairment. Despite the prevalence of rotator cuff tears, the incidence of retear after rotator cuff repair (RCR) remains high. There is growing ...