Anatomic 2‐Incision Distal Biceps Technique Using Unicortical Buttons
Most patients with distal biceps tendon ruptures would benefit from surgical intervention, however, there has yet to be a clear consensus regarding the optimal technique and method of distal biceps fixation. Techniques can be broadly classified by approach-1-incision or 2-incision approach-and method of fixation-including options such as bone tunnel, cortical button, suture anchor, and interference screw fixation. In this article, we describe a technique for anatomic fixation of the distal biceps tendon, utilizing 2 looped sutures and 2 unicortical suture buttons. The described technique is performed through a muscle-splitting, 2-incision approach but can be performed through a 1-incision approach.
Authors
- Karim Meijer
- Andrew Renshaw (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5717-252X)
- N. Schneider
- Evans Few
Institutions
- Ochsner Health System (US)
- Ochsner Medical Center (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Arthroscopy Techniques
- Published
- 2024-12-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2024.103343
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.25