IC: 204

Title: Controversies in the Use of Grafts and Patches in Rotator Cuff Surgery: Augmentation, Interposition, Reinforcement, Superior Capsular Reconstruction, and Bio-Inductive Scaffolds

Course Description: Following participation in this IC, learners should be able to complete the following: recite the biology and mechanics of rotator cuff grafts and patches; identify the indications for augmentation, interposition, superior capsular reconstructions and bio-inductive in-growth scaffolds; and describe the state-of-the-art surgical techniques for arthroscopic graft implantation.

The course will begin with a short overview of graft and patch options available for implantation, followed by a case-based discussion of indications for surgery, state of the art surgical  techniques, avoiding complications and a robust discussion of short as well as long-term outcomes. There will be an emphasis on attendee participation and interaction with the faculty.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and comprehend the role of grafts and patches in rotator cuff surgery,
• Identify the clinical and radiological criteria for specific graft selection,
• Have a familiarity with state-of-the-art arthroscopic surgical techniques for graft implantation as well as understanding potential complications and how to avoid them.

Faculty

Richard KN Ryu, MD

Jeffrey S. Abrams, MD

Mark H. Getelman, MD

John M. Tokish, MD