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Distal Biceps Tendon Repair: Suture Anchor Technique

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Abstract In active patients, acute ruptures of the distal biceps tendon are best treated by primary repair due to a loss of strength with conservative management. Various techniques have been… Click to show full abstract

Abstract In active patients, acute ruptures of the distal biceps tendon are best treated by primary repair due to a loss of strength with conservative management. Various techniques have been reported with good clinical outcomes. The single-incision suture anchor repair technique demonstrates clinical results comparable with other fixation methods and low complication rates. The surgical technique is described in detail in this chapter.

Keywords: technique; tendon repair; distal biceps; suture anchor; biceps tendon

Journal Title: Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine
Year Published: 2018

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