Quality of Life After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair

Launched by CHANG GUNG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL · Nov 2, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Quality of Life After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair," is looking at how surgery for a rotator cuff tear affects patients' quality of life and shoulder function over time. The study will include men and women aged 18 to 75 who have been diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear through imaging tests like MRI or ultrasound. To participate, patients must be planning to have surgery and are willing to give their consent.

Participants in this study can expect to be monitored for their shoulder's recovery and overall quality of life after the surgery. It’s important to note that individuals with certain conditions, such as severe joint arthritis or a history of shoulder fractures, may not be eligible to join. This research aims to provide valuable insights into how surgical repair can improve daily life for those suffering from rotator cuff tears.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • -Patients were evaluated by orthopedic surgeons as having a rotator cuff tear between August 2021 and July 2022, confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or ultrasound. If the patients required surgery and were willing to participate in the trial, the research assistant provided informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Acromioclavicular arthritis requiring distal clavicular resection.
• • 2. Severe glenohumeral arthritis (Hamada classification grade 3 or higher).
• • 3. History of shoulder fracture.
• • 4. Absolute contraindications to MRI, such as claustrophobia, pacemakers, neurostimulators, drug infusion pumps, artificial inner ear implants, and metallic implants.