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. 2021 Jun 20;10(7):e1743–e1749. doi: 10.1016/j.eats.2021.03.016

Table 3.

Indications and Contraindications

Indications
  • 1.

    Massive, irreparable rotator cuff tear.

  • 2.

    Poor bone quality which can lead to anchor pull out from the glenoid when attempting a superior capsule reconstruction.

  • 3.

    Older patient (>70 or 75 years of age) who is not a candidate for arthroplasty.

  • 4.

    Avoid lengthy rehabilitation.

  • 5.

    Avoid lengthy surgery.

Contraindications
  • 1.

    Active or previous infection.

  • 2.

    Grade III-IV chondromalacia of the glenohumeral joint.