Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound –Assessed Supraspinatus Muscle Perfusion Indicates Better Tissue Vitality and Outcome After Supraspinatus Tendon Repair and Subacromial Decompression

Supraspinatus tendon (SSP) tears are a frequent indication for shoulder surgery. Therapy options include physiotherapy, tendon repair and less invasive surgical options like subacromial decompression (SAD). The selection of the most appropriate treatment depends on the specific characteristics and needs of each patient subgroup. Typically, physically active patients are candidates for tendon repair, while a conservative approach is preferred for individuals with severe muscle degeneration or low physical demands.

Source: Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology - August 16, 2023 Category: Radiology Authors: Paul Mick, Zoe Holz, Tobias Renkawitz, Matthias B ülhoff, Julian Deisenhofer, Mustafa Hariri, Christian Fischer, Julian Doll Tags: Original Contribution Source Type: research