Partial-Thickness Tear of Supraspinatus and Infraspinatus Tendon Revisited: Based on MR Findings

Abstract

The interpretation of MRI of partial-thickness rotator cuff tears can be challenging. This review describes the anatomic considerations for diagnosing partial-thickness tears, especially supraspinatus and infraspinatus tendon and summarizes the classification of partial-thickness rotator cuff tears, as well as provides an overview on partial-thickness tears with delamination.

Keywords

• rotator cuff injuries
• magnetic resonance imaging
• anatomy
• classification