Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing Portal

The subscapularis is the strongest muscle in the rotator cuff and is essential for shoulder function and stability. Arthroscopic repair of the subscapularis tendon can be challenging as the result of muscle retraction, the proximity of the axillary nerve, and impaired visualization. In some cases, a...

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Main Authors: F. Okke Lambers Heerspink, M.D., Ph.D., Alexandra M. Leenders, M.D., Freek Hollman, M.D., Ph.D.
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628725000842
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Alexandra M. Leenders, M.D.
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description The subscapularis is the strongest muscle in the rotator cuff and is essential for shoulder function and stability. Arthroscopic repair of the subscapularis tendon can be challenging as the result of muscle retraction, the proximity of the axillary nerve, and impaired visualization. In some cases, a 70° arthroscope is required to enhance the tendon view. We describe the use of a transpectoral viewing portal to facilitate arthroscopic repair of subscapularis tears.
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spelling doaj-art-1cdfe1e082d54ad0833a35cdb54c060e2025-08-20T03:30:29ZengElsevierArthroscopy Techniques2212-62872025-06-0114610351510.1016/j.eats.2025.103515Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing PortalF. Okke Lambers Heerspink, M.D., Ph.D.0Alexandra M. Leenders, M.D.1Freek Hollman, M.D., Ph.D.2Department of Orthopedic Surgery, VieCuri Medical Center, Venlo, the Netherlands; Department of Orthopedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands; Address correspondence to F. Okke Lambers Heerspink, M.D., Ph.D., Tegelseweg 220, 5912BL Venlo, The Netherlands.Department of Orthopedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The NetherlandsDepartment of Orthopedic Surgery, VieCuri Medical Center, Venlo, the NetherlandsThe subscapularis is the strongest muscle in the rotator cuff and is essential for shoulder function and stability. Arthroscopic repair of the subscapularis tendon can be challenging as the result of muscle retraction, the proximity of the axillary nerve, and impaired visualization. In some cases, a 70° arthroscope is required to enhance the tendon view. We describe the use of a transpectoral viewing portal to facilitate arthroscopic repair of subscapularis tears.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628725000842
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Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing Portal
Arthroscopy Techniques
title Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing Portal
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title_fullStr Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing Portal
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title_short Arthroscopic Subscapularis Tendon Repair Using a Transpectoral Viewing Portal
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