Can a collagen patch make torn shoulder tendons heal stronger?

NCT ID NCT06269965

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First seen Aug 20, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether adding a collagen membrane called Regeneten during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair improves tendon healing and quality compared to standard surgery alone. Adults with a torn supraspinatus tendon, sometimes with other small tears, are randomly assigned to receive the implant or not. One year later, MRI scans assess how well the tendon has healed and whether the repair holds up.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Regeneten, a bioinductive collagen implant added during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve tendon healing and quality after rotator cuff surgery, potentially reducing re-tear rates and improving shoulder function.
What could go wrong
The trial is early and results may not confirm the hoped-for benefit. Surgery plus the implant carries standard risks like infection or stiffness, and the implant may not improve outcomes for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 204 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Apr 2024

Expected to finish

Oct 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient, male or female, aged ≥ 18 years * Patient candidate for rotator cuff repair affecting supraspinatus tendon (distal lesion) +/- infraspinatus on a non-pseudo-paralytic shoulder +/- proximal lesion of subscapularis * Patient with GI ≤ 2 for each muscle * Non-smoking patient * Patient who is not involved in a work accident * Patient candidate for total rotator cuff repair completely covering the footprint during surgery Exclusion Criteria: * Patient with contraindication to MRI * Patient operated for cuff revision

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Privé Jean Mermoz

    RECRUITING

    Lyon, 69008, France