Primary one stage reconstruction of a simultaneous bilateral distal biceps tendon rupture with bone anchors and a mini open incision
Keywords:
Distal biceps tendon, bone anchors, one stage reconstructionAbstract
Aim: We present a rare case of bilateral distal biceps tendon rupture treated with primary bilateral one stage reconstruction by bone anchors.
Materials and Methods: A 40 years old male was presented at the outpatient clinic after sustaining a bilateral distal biceps tendon rupture, during a heavy object lift-off. Primary one stage reconstruction was performed bilaterally, with the use of mini open technique and two bone anchors.
Results: At two years postoperatively the patient has regained complete pronation-supination range of movement (ROM), while the muscle belly has adequate shape and mass bilaterally.
Conclusions: Performing a primary one stage reconstruction at bilateral distal biceps tendon ruptures minimizes complications and favors early return to former activities.
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