In this study, we perform PS-OCT imaging of discarded human rotator cuff tendon. Imaging at the surgical cut and torn end were preformed and compared with histopathology.

A clinical need exists for superior technologies to assess the tendon intraoperatively. Polarization sensitive OCT imaging of human rotator cuff tendon can be utilized to assess tendon microstructure. PS-OCT Assessments are highly correlated with histopathology.