The Arthroscopic Loop Tenodesis Procedure: An Implant-Free Technique to Treat Long Biceps Tendon Pathologies.

ABSTRACT: Different surgical techniques are available to treat pathologies of the long biceps tendon. Although simple tenotomy of the tendon can result in distalization of the biceps muscle, implant-associated complications can occur after bony tendon fixation within a biceps tenodesis. This article describes the arthroscopic loop tenodesis procedure. The technique is based on an enlargement of the proximal tenotomized tendon by creating a tendon loop, which subsequently blocks itself at the entrance to the bicipital groove and prevents distalization of the biceps muscle. This procedure can be performed arthroscopically, resulting in a stable fixed tendon without an anchor or other foreign materials, and might be suitable for young and old patients with biceps tendon pathologies.

SUBMITTER: Kerschbaum M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6551698 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature