Biomechanical evaluation reveals superior capsule patch grafting fully restores glenohumeral stability in irreparable rotator cuff tears, indicating superior outcomes over tendon patch grafting.
The superior capsule patch graft completely restored superior stability of the glenohumeral joint, while patch grafting to the supraspinatus tendon partially restored superior translation.
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