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Clinico-radiological evaluation of retear rate in arthroscopic double row versus single row repair technique in full thickness rotator cuff tear.

BACKGROUND: Rotator cuff tear is most troublesome issue in shoulder surgery. Retear is seen in arthroscopically repaired rotator cuff tear.

PURPOSE: The functional outcome and retear rate in primary full thickness rotator cuff tear operated by single and double row repair technique.

METHODS: 56 cases with full thickness tear of rotator cuff operated by single or double (28 each) were studied. Retear rate is evaluated after at least 6 months after surgery.

RESULTS: There was a statistical difference in retear rate between double row and single row repair (p value <0.01).

CONCLUSION: Retear rate is low in double row repair technique.

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