Table 3.
Comparison of Numerical Questions for Rotator Cuff Surgery
| Question | ChatGPT | |
|---|---|---|
| How long does it take to recover from a rotator cuff repair surgery? | 6-9 months (academic) | 4-6 months (academic) |
| How long after rotator cuff surgery can you sleep in a bed? | 6 weeks (medical practice) | After the first few days or weeks (academic) |
| How long do you wear a sling after rotator cuff surgery? | 4-6 weeks (government) | A few days to several weeks (academic) |
| Can I drive 2 weeks after rotator cuff surgery? | 2-6 weeks (single-surgeon practice) | Avoid for the first few weeks (academic) |
| What is the success rate of rotator cuff surgery? | 90% (government) | 75%-95% (government)∗ |
| Can you lift again after rotator cuff surgery? | 4-6 months (single-surgeon practice) | Several weeks to a few months (academic) |
| How big is the incision for rotator cuff surgery? | 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) (government) | <1 cm each (academic) |
| How soon can I wear a bra after shoulder surgery? | 2 weeks (medical practice) | “Follow the instructions and recommendations provided by your surgeon for your specific case” (medical practice) |
| When is pain the worst after rotator cuff surgery? | During the first days (academic) | First few days (academic) |
| What percentage of rotator cuff tears require surgery? | When more than 90% of the tendon is torn (academic) | 40%-50% of tears require surgery (government)∗ |
Items in bold indicate similar responses.
∗
Indicates a fabricated source provided.