Endoscopic-Assisted Footprint Repair of Distal Biceps Tendon Ruptures

Mina Derias, Gregory I. Bain, Joideep Phadnis

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Abstract

The biceps brachii is the main forearm supinator, and this is a direct consequence of its anatomic arrangement. The primary aim of distal biceps repair is to restore supination strength and function. Distal biceps tendon ruptures have been treated successfully with a variety of techniques. Both cadaveric and clinical studies demonstrate that anatomic repairs significantly improve the supination when compared to more anterior repairs; this chapter describes a technique, using a cortical button that better recreates the anatomic footprint compared to other current techniques.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationArthroscopy and Endoscopy of the Elbow, Wrist and Hand
Subtitle of host publicationSurgical Anatomy and Techniques
EditorsDeepak N. Bhatia, Gregory I. Bain, Gary G. Poehling, Benjamin R. Graves
Place of PublicationCham, Switzerland
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Chapter53
Pages453-457
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9783030794231
ISBN (Print)9783030794224
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2021

Keywords

  • Distal biceps
  • Elbow
  • Endoscopy
  • Footprint
  • Repair
  • Supination

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