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Is A Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery Better Than A Superior Capsular Reconstruction Surgery?
I have a large recurrent full thickness tear of the distal supraspinatus tendon with a fluid filled gap measuring appx. 4.6 cm medial to lateral and 3.4 cm anterior to posterior with retraction of the tendon edge to the 1 :00 position on the humeral head as per MRI. There are numerous other findings on my MRI including partial bicep tear, superior labral tear. I had a previous surery on 1-26-18 but the tear reopened. I am 73 years old and in excellent shape and workout 5 times per week. I am now being recommended both a reverse shoulder replacement vs a superior capsular reconstruction and am having a difficult time making a final decision.
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Is A Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery Better Than A Superior Capsular Reconstruction Surgery?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Reverse shoulder replacement is a longer and more thorough procedure. The need depends on the extent of problem you have. I hope this information has been helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal