Shoulder Restoration System - PASTA Procedure

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The brochure discusses the Shoulder Restoration System and the PASTA (Partial Articular Supraspinatus Tendon Avulsion) procedure, highlighting the benefits of minimally invasive and orthopedic surgery techniques.

Problem Statement
Surgeons face a choice between completing a tear for standard rotator cuff repair or maintaining bursal fibers for a transtendinous repair when dealing with PASTA lesions. Completing the tear can lead to biomechanical issues and nonanatomic recreation, whereas transtendinous techniques preserve native tissue and offer advantages.

ConMed Solution
The brochure introduces the Y-Knot® Flex All-Suture Anchors, which are small, strong, and less invasive, making them ideal for transtendinous PASTA repairs. These anchors provide strong fixation with minimal bone removal and offer multiple technique options, including single-row, double-row, and double-pulley configurations.

Clinical Outcomes
Research indicates that transtendinous approaches result in less gapping, higher failure strength, and better biomechanics. Studies by Alessandro Castagna, M.D., and Stephen Snyder, M.D., show significant pain relief and improved shoulder function in patients.

Technical Specifications
The brochure lists various anchors and instrumentation accessories, including the Y-Knot® Flex anchors and PopLok® knotless suture anchors, along with their catalog numbers.

Conclusion
The transtendinous repair technique is presented as a reliable method for treating PASTA lesions, preserving the native footprint, and ensuring better clinical outcomes.

Catalog excerpts

Shoulder Restoration System - PASTA Procedure-1

SHOULDER RESTORATION SYSTEM Successfully Treating Partial Articular-sided Supraspinatus Tendon Lesions From a more anatomic footprint1 and less gapping5 to preserving native tissue2’ 3 and higher ultimate failure strength,5 see why leading surgeons are maintaing the lateral footprint and treating PASTA lesions with transtendinous techniques. Shoulder Restoration System™ ■ To learn more about these and other innovative Advancing the Future of Minimally products, call 800-237-0169 or visit ConMed.com. Invasive and Orthopaedic Surgery.

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Problem: PASTA PROCEDURE ConMed Solution: Complete the Tear or Transtendinous Repair? Transtendinous PASTA Repair with Y-Knot Flex All-Suture Anchors When faced with a repairable PASTA lesion, typically small tendon retraction and 40-50% footprint exposure, surgeons have two options: either complete the tear followed by a standard rotator cuff repair or maintain the remaining bursal fibers and perform a transtendinous repair. Studies have shown drawbacks to completing the tear including creating a length tension mismatch,1 changing the normal biomechanics of the cuff and creating a greater potential...

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PASTA PROCEDURE 525 French Road, Utica, NY 13502 Catalog Number Anchors 1.8mm Y-Knot® Flex all-suture anchor, two #2 Hi-Fi® sutures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Y1802A 5.0mm Super Revo®, two #2 Hi-Fi sutures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C6140HB 5.0mm ThRevo®, three #2 Hi-Fi® sutures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C6160HB 5.0mm Super Revo®, fully threaded, two #2 Hi-Fi® sutures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CF6140HB...

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