Differences in Disability and Satisfaction After Rotator Cuff Surgery Between Men and Women
Author Information
Author(s): Helen Razmjou, Aileen M Davis, Susan B Jaglal, Richard Holtby, Robin R Richards
Primary Institution: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada
Hypothesis
Women would have higher levels of co-morbidity and pathology prior to surgery and report higher levels of disability before and after surgery.
Conclusion
Women with rotator cuff pathology suffer from higher levels of pre- and post-operative disability, and sex and gender qualities contribute to these differences.
Supporting Evidence
- Women reported more disability both prior to and after surgery.
- Disability at 6 months was associated with pain-limited range of motion, participation limitation, age, and strength.
- Satisfaction with surgery was associated with level of reported disability and expectations for improved pain.
Takeaway
This study found that women have more trouble and feel less satisfied after shoulder surgery compared to men, even when they have similar injuries.
Methodology
Patients with rotator cuff issues completed various assessments before and 6 months after surgery to evaluate disability and satisfaction.
Potential Biases
The study may not be applicable to non-academic or community-based hospitals.
Limitations
The study did not explore certain important gender-related differences such as marital status and access to healthcare.
Participant Demographics
170 patients (85 men and 85 women), mean age 57 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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