Adverse Impact of Corticosteroids on Rotator Cuff Tendon Health and Repair: A Systematic Review of Basic Science Studies

• Main Authors: Richard N. Puzzitiello, M.D (Author), Bhavik H. Patel, B.S (Author), Enrico M. Forlenza, B.S (Author), Benedict U. Nwachukwu, M.D., M.B.A (Author), Answorth A. Allen, M.D (Author), Brian Forsythe, M.D (Author), Matthew J. Salzler, M.D (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2020-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Purpose: To evaluate the in vitro effects of corticosteroid injections (CSIs) on rotator cuff tendon (RCT). Methods: A systematic review of the MEDLINE database was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines for all studies reporting on adver...