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

BackgroundRotator cuff tear is most troublesome issue in shoulder surgery. Retear is seen in arthroscopically repaired rotator cuff tear.PurposeThe functional outcome and retear rate in primary full thickness rotator cuff tear operated by single and double row repair technique.Methods56 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.ResultsThere was a statistical difference in retear rate between double row and single row repair (p value <0.01).ConclusionRetear rate is low in double row repair technique.