Biceps Tendon Injuries in Athletes - 20/08/11

Abstract |
Although rare, athletes involved in competitive strength training and contact sports may sustain distal tendon biceps injuries. Treatment of complete distal biceps tendon ruptures in athletes is primarily surgical. Early repair, through either one-incision or two-incision techniques with anatomic reinsertion of the ruptured tendon to the bicipital tuberosity, is highly recommended. In this article the etiology and pathophysiology of distal biceps tendon ruptures, current diagnostic modalities, and surgical indications are discussed. Also, treatment options, surgical techniques, outcomes, and potential complications are reviewed.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Distal biceps tendon, Injuries, Athletes, Elbow, Repair, Reconstruction
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| No declared financial interests for both authors in any form have been received or will be received from a commercial party related directly or indirectly to the subject of this article. |
Vol 25 - N° 3
P. 347-357 - août 2009 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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