Shoulder surgery showdown: which tear repair works best?
NCT ID NCT07289659
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study compared two arthroscopic surgical techniques for repairing partial-thickness rotator cuff tears. Fifty-four patients with tears over 50% of tendon thickness were randomly assigned to either transtendon repair (preserving the outer tendon layer) or conversion repair (converting to a full tear before repair). Both methods improved pain, function, and range of motion over 24 months, with similar complication rates and MRI healing.
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Kasr Alainy
Cairo, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
Arthroscopic surgery (transtendon repair or conversion repair)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help surgeons choose the best technique for repairing partial rotator cuff tears, leading to better pain relief and shoulder function for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 54 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and both techniques carry typical surgical risks like stiffness or infection.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.