AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-Radiostereometric Analysis of Biceps Tenodesis: Comparison of the Suprapectoral and Subpectoral Techniques-Dr. Brian Forsythe, M.D.

Radiostereometric Analysis of Biceps Tenodesis: Comparison of the Suprapectoral and Subpectoral Techniques-Dr. Brian Forsythe, M.D.

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This video discusses a study comparing the arthroscopic superpectoral technique to the mini-open subpectoral technique for biceps tenodesis (treatment for long head biceps tendon pathology). The study evaluated construct stability and tendon lengthening remodeling in both groups and found no significant difference in clinical outcomes or functional outcomes between the two techniques. However, the arthroscopic approach took longer and removed less tendon tissue. The study also observed significant bead migration, indicating construct stability, and significant tendon lengthening at three months post-surgery. This study suggests that tendon elongation occurs regardless of the technique used and does not affect clinical outcomes. Further investigation in suture anchors and button techniques is planned. No credits were mentioned in the video.

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Concurrent Scientific Session II: Shoulder Paper Presentations 5.4.2019

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Concept Biceps Tenodesis

Concept Construct Stability

Concept Tendon Lengthening

Concept Tissue Remodeling

Concept Arthroscopic Suprapectoral Approach

Keywords

arthroscopic superpectoral technique

mini-open subpectoral technique

biceps tenodesis

tendon lengthening remodeling

clinical outcomes

Biceps Tenodesis

Construct Stability

Tendon Lengthening

Tissue Remodeling

Arthroscopic Suprapectoral Approach