Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
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Multiple meta-analyses of randomized clinical trials, the highest available level of evidence, have been conducted to determine whether double-row (DR) or single-row (SR) rotator cuff repair (RCR) provides superior clinical outcomes and structural healing; however, results are discordant. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review of meta-analyses comparing SR and DR RCR to elucidate the cause of discordance and to determine which meta-analysis provides the current best available evidence. ⋯ Level II, systematic review of Level I and II studies.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Effect of ultrasonographically guided axillary nerve block combined with suprascapular nerve block in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair: a randomized controlled trial.
The aim of this study was to compare the results of ultrasonographically guided axillary nerve block (ANB) combined with suprascapular nerve block (SSNB) with those of SSNB alone on postoperative pain and satisfaction within the first 48 hours after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. ⋯ Level I, randomized controlled trial.
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The aim of this cadaveric study was to evaluate the accuracy, feasibility, and operation time of a novel electromagnetic navigation system (ENS) and procedure for transclavicular-transcoracoid tunnel placement compared with a standard minimally invasive (SMI) reconstruction method for minimally invasive arthroscopically assisted anatomic acromioclavicular joint reconstruction. ⋯ Length of surgery, drilling accuracy, and reduction of radiation exposure in acromioclavicular joint reconstruction procedures affect the safety of both patients and surgeons.
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Obesity is highly prevalent among patients with knee and shoulder injuries and is associated with greater odds of surgical treatment for these injuries. The purpose of this systematic review was to summarize the literature that has examined the association between body mass index (BMI) and outcomes of ambulatory knee and shoulder surgery. ⋯ Level IV, systematic review of Level I, III, and IV studies.