Repair of avulsed insertion of biceps. A new technique in four cases.
We report the use of the Mitek anchor with a limited approach for repair of avulsion of the biceps tendon from the radius in four middle-aged men. All regained a full range of movement with minimal loss of power.
Barnes
S J
SJ
Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia.
Coleman
S G
SG
Gilpin
D
D
D001132:Arm; D001858:Bone Nails; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012421:Rupture; D013484:Supination; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*