Distal Biceps Injuries

Hand Clin. 2015 Nov;31(4):631-40. doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2015.06.009. Epub 2015 Aug 25.

Abstract

A review of distal biceps tendon injuries is presented. Notable and recent studies on the incidence, presentation, diagnosis, and treatment are outlined. The benefits and risks of 1- and 2-incision techniques for repair are discussed, and classic studies are reviewed.

Keywords: Distal biceps injuries; Distal biceps repair; One-incision repair; Two-incision repair.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthralgia / physiopathology
  • Arthralgia / surgery*
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Elbow Joint / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Medical History Taking
  • Physical Examination
  • Postoperative Care
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Rupture / surgery
  • Suture Techniques
  • Tendon Injuries / diagnosis
  • Tendon Injuries / physiopathology
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery*