Editorial Commentary: If You're Performing Superior Capsule Reconstruction With Human Dermal Allograft, Prepare a Thick Graft
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This editorial commentary addresses the question of whether superior capsule reconstruction using human dermal allograft remains a viable treatment for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears, despite previous declines in enthusiasm due to inconsistent outcomes and high failure rates. The author suggests that utilizing a double-thickness folded graft may enhance the success of this procedure, indicating a potential pathway for improving clinical results and broader acceptance in orthopedic practice.
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