Which of the following is a true statement about an arthroscopic subacromial decompression procedure?
A)It is indicated for a patient who sustains a full-thickness, traumatic tear of the rotator cuff if coupled with a repair of torn cuff tissues.
B)It may or may not involve resection of the anterior acromial protuberance and contouring of the undersurface of the remaining acromion.
C)It is indicated for a patient with secondary impingement syndrome due to glenohumeral joint hypermobility/instability.
D)During surgery, the deltoid must be detached for adequate exposure of the suprahumeral space.

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The arthroscopic subacromial decompression procedure may or may not involve resection of the anterior acromial protuberance and contouring of the undersurface of the remaining acromion depending on the surgeon's preference and the patient's specific condition. It is not indicated for a traumatic tear of the rotator cuff if coupled with a repair, nor is it necessary to detach the deltoid muscle during the procedure. It is primarily indicated for patients with subacromial impingement syndrome.

Which of the Following Is a True Statement About an Arthroscopic