Table 3.
Comparison of histological parameters between the healed and the retear group
| Histological parameter | Healed cuff (n=44) | Retear cuff (n=12) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber structure | 2.82±0.49 | 2.83±0.38 | 0.921 |
| Fiber arrangement | 2.61±0.65 | 2.67±0.65 | 0.802 |
| Rounding of the nuclei | 2.75±0.48 | 2.83±0.38 | 0.584 |
| Regional variations in cellularity | 2.20±0.85 | 2.08±0.79 | 0.655 |
| Increased vascularity | 1.14±1.12 | 1.17±1.19 | 0.938 |
| Decreased collagen stainability | 1.32±1.05 | 1.42±0.79 | 0.761 |
| Hyalinization | 1.09±1.17 | 1.08±1.31 | 0.984 |
| Total degeneration score | 13.93±2.03 (9–18) | 14.08±2.23 (11–18) | 0.960 |
Values are presented as mean±standard deviation (SD) or mean±SD (range).