Long-Term Follow-up of Arthroscopic Biceps Tenotomy and Subacromial Decompression in Chronic Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

December 18, 2024 updated by: Mohammed Ghanem, Cairo University

Evaluation of Arthroscopic Debridement, Subacromial Decompression, and Biceps Tenotomy Without Repair of Rotator Cuff in Chronic Massive Rotator Cuff Tear

Chronic massive rotator cuff tears (MMRCTs) are a significant orthopedic challenge, often leading to significant shoulder pain and functional impairment. While surgical intervention is a common treatment approach, long-term outcomes and the optimal surgical technique remain debatable. Arthroscopic debridement, subacromial decompression, and biceps tenotomy are frequently employed procedures, but their long-term effectiveness in managing MMRCTs is not fully understood. A comprehensive understanding of the long-term outcomes of these procedures is crucial for guiding clinical decision-making and patient counseling.

The study aims to evaluate the long-term clinical and functional outcomes of arthroscopic debridement, subacromial decompression, and biceps tenotomy in patients with chronic massive rotator cuff tears. By analyzing a cohort of patients who underwent these procedures, we will assess factors influencing long-term outcomes, such as patient demographics, preoperative functional status, and surgical technique. Furthermore, we will compare the long-term results of this surgical approach to other treatment modalities, including open repair and conservative management.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

23

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Egypt
      • Cairo, Egypt, 11451
        • Al Kasr Al-Einy

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

From Oct 2018 to Jan 2021, 23 patients who had chronic massive RCTs received arthroscopic management for their RCTs and were followed as short-term follow-up for 3 months after surgery. Then, patients were asked to attend the Orthopedic outpatient clinic every three months for assessment to get the outcomes of the long-term follow-up. The preoperative, operative, immediate postoperative, and short-term follow-up data were collected from patients' files.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patient who had arthroscopic debridement with subacromial decompression and biceps tenotomy without rotator cuff repair for chronic massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patient who hadn't met the requirements for arthroscopic debridement with subacromial decompression and biceps tenotomy without rotator cuff repair for chronic massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Group I
Behavioral: Post-Op Follow Up
Post Arthroscopic Biceps Tenotomy and Subacromial Decompression in Chronic Massive Rotator Cuff Tears.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
The proportion of patients reported having at least a 50% obtaining the normal angle of forward flexion and painless range of movement with approved normal acromiohumeral distance.
Time Frame: 42 Months
The Success rate of Arthroscopic debridement with subacromial decompression and biceps tenotomy without rotator cuff repair for chronic massive Rotator cuff tear in making the patients able to obtain the normal angle of forward flexion and painless range of movement with approved normal acromiohumeral distance.
42 Months

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Cairo University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

November 19, 2018

Primary Completion (Actual)

November 20, 2021

Study Completion (Actual)

July 23, 2024

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

December 16, 2024

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 18, 2024

First Posted (Actual)

March 25, 2025

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

March 25, 2025

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 18, 2024

Last Verified

December 1, 2024

More Information

Terms related to this study

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • RC-1911-2018

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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