Study of shoulder rotator cuff tears and genetics
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how genes and risk factors relate to rotator cuff tears by comparing people with and without these tears. It may help researchers understand why tears happen and who is most at risk.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be between 40 and under 85 years old
- Have had a shoulder MRI showing a rotator cuff tear (partial or full thickness) OR no tear
- Be able to sign consent and agree to take part
- Be able to complete study questionnaires in English
- (To qualify) the tear should not be from a very recent severe injury/trauma
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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