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Subacromial Internal Spacer for Rotator Cuff Tendon Repair: The Balloon Technique
Arthroscopy, 08/26/09

Kilinc AS et al. – The authors describe a surgical technique used to improve lateral visualization of the proximal humerus for placement of lateral anchors during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using a Foley catheter. The end of a 14F–diameter Foley catheter is cut just proximal to the balloon end. One to three catheters are introduced in the subacromial space through small anterolateral or posterolateral portals and inflated with 15 mL of air. Adequate distension of the subacromial space allows better visualization, triangulation of the arthroscopic instruments, and anatomic repair of the rotator cuff tendon.

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