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Acute distal biceps tendon rupture: improved flexion strength with double-incision repair
August 2013
Acute distal biceps tendon rupture: improved flexion strength with double-incision repair
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Single Versus Double-Incision Technique for the Repair of Acute Distal Biceps Tendon Ruptures
J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2012 Jul 3;94(13):1166-74Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
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Dr. Ruby Grewal discuss her findings comparing single versus double-incision repair of acute distal biceps tendon ruptures.
Synopsis
91 male patients with acute distal biceps tendon ruptures were randomized to undergo surgical treatment either with a single or double-incision technique. The primary outcome was pain and function based on the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) elbow score. Results indicated that the two techniques resulted in comparable improvements of the ASES. However, there was a 10% advantage in flex...
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