Publications by authors named "Thomas Dooney"
Background: The purpose of this study was to quantify and compare the biomechanical characteristics of a new locking loop stitch (LLS), developed utilizing the concepts of both running locking stitch and needleless stitch, to the traditional Krackow stitch.
Methods: The Krackow stitch with No.2 braided suture and the LLS with 1.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how surgeons treat massive rotator cuff tears, focusing on the use of superior capsule reconstruction (SCR) techniques and preferences.
- A questionnaire sent to orthopedic surgeons revealed preferred methods for rotator cuff repair, such as preserving the long head biceps tendon, using solid threaded anchors, and performing side-to-side repairs.
- The results indicate a lack of consensus on techniques and highlights the need for further research to establish best practice guidelines in managing these injuries.
Background: Superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) was recently introduced as a treatment for irreparable superior rotator cuff tears in younger patients. Purpose/Hypothesis: The purpose was to assess the biomechanical strength of 3 methods for fixation of the graft to the glenoid for SCR. It was hypothesized that a 4-anchor technique would provide greater load to failure than 3-anchor techniques.
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