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Study identifier: NCT03617562 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 29, 2026
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Superior Capsular Reconstruction vs. Partial Repair for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears

Condition: Rotator Cuff Tear  ·  Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

PhaseNA
Planned participants70
Who can joinAll sexes, 18 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteersNo

About this study

Little evidence exists to guide treatment in patients with massive irreparable rotator cuff tears (MRCTS). Arthroscopic partial rotator cuff repair (PRCR) has the longest record of use. The new technique of superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) has more recently been described. Despite high enthusiasm for this technique, its effectiveness, cost and safety profile have not been established. The long-term goal of this study is to perform a multicenter randomized control trial to evaluate the effectiveness of SCR compared to PRCR in patients with MRCTS. The current study is a pilot required to support the development of an expanded formal clinical trial.

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Talk to the study team

Patrick Henry, MD, FRCSC  ·  416-967-8701  ·  patrick.henry@sunnybrook.ca

Ryan A Paul, MD, FRCSC  ·  7808609272  ·  rpaul2011@gmail.com

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Locations (2)

Sunnybrook Holland Orthopaedic & Arthritic CentreToronto, Ontario, CanadaRecruiting
Women's College HospitalToronto, Ontario, CanadaRecruiting

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