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Genetic and familial predisposition to rotator cuff disease: a systematic review.
Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery - 1 Jun 2017
Dabija Dominique I, Gao Chan, Edwards Todd L, Kuhn John E, Jain Nitin B
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Rotator cuff disease is a common disorder leading to shoulder pain and loss of function. Its etiology in atraumatic cases is uncertain and is likely to extend beyond repetitive microtrauma or overuse. Our objective was to determine whether there is a genetic or familial predisposition to rotator cuff disease. METHODS: A literature search of PubMed and Embase databases identified 251 citations. After...
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