title: [The distal rupture of the biceps tendon. Aetiology, clinic and technique (author's transl)].
abstract: Compared to the proximal rupture of the Biceps tendon the distal rupture is extremely rare. The numerous published methods of repair show that a reliable method has not yet been found. Considering functional principles we developed a method which combines a safe fixation of the tendon and a good function. An autologous tendon is brought through a burrhole placed obliquely through the mid position of the tuberosity. The Biceps tendon is now placed between the ends of the autologous tendon and fixed with resorbable u-sutures (Sandwich-technic). Thereby the tension on the tendon is adapted as necessary. The achieved results is demonstrated on two cases.
mesh_terms: D000059:Accidents; D001132:Arm / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000379:methods; D012421:Rupture; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery*
vernacular_title: Der subkutane distale Bizepssehnenabriss. Atiologie, Klinik und Technik.