title: Tear of the distal biceps branchii tendon: a new method of ultrasound evaluation.
abstract: Tear of the distal biceps brachii tendon is an uncommon injury. Ultrasound evaluation of the distal tendon using an anterior approach is often difficult because of technical factors. We describe a new method of ultrasound evaluation of the distal biceps tendon insertion. This involves a posterior approach with the forearm pronated. With pronation of the forearm, the radial tuberosity faces posteriorly, bringing the distal biceps tendon insertion into view. A surgically proven case of distal biceps tendon tear is presented to illustrate our technique.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
authors.forename: B M
authors.initials: BM
authors.lastname: Giuffre
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Lisle
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D014463:Ultrasonography