Editorial Commentary: Patients 75 Years and Older Achieve Rotator Cuff Repair Outcome Similar to Younger Patients with Proper Surgical Indications.

ABSTRACT

Recent research shows that similar early outcomes can be expected after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair in patients 75 years or older compared to a propensity-matched group under age 75 years. Retear rates are similar. Yet, younger patients show greater range of motion and strength. Proper patient selection is vital; it may be that older patients are indicated for rotator cuff repair surgery with less frequency.