Outcomes of tenodesis of the long head of the biceps tendon more than three months after rupture

AIM: To demonstrate that long head of the biceps tendon(LHBT) tenodesis is possible more than 3 mo after rupture. METHODS: From September 2009 to January 2012 we performed tenodesis of the LHBT in 11 individuals(average age 56.9 years, range 42 to 73) more than 3 mo after rupture. All patients were evaluated by Disabilites of the Arm Shoulder and Hand(DASH) and Mayo outcome scores at an average follow-up of 19.1 mo. We similarly evaluated 5 patients(average age 58.2 years, range 45 to 64) over the same time treated within 3 mo of rupture with an average follow-up of 22.5 mo.RESULTS: Tenodesis with an interference screw was possible in all patients more than 3 mo after rupture and 90% had good to excellent outcomes but two had recurrent rupture. All of those who had tenodesis less than 3 mo after rupture had good to excellent outcomes and none had recurrent rupture. No statistical difference was found for DASH and Mayo outcome scores between the two groups(P <0.05). CONCLUSION: Tenodesis of LHBT more than 3 mo following rupture had outcomes similar to tenodesis done within 3 mo of rupture but recurrent rupture occurred in 20%.

Minimally invasive tenodesis for peroneus longus tendon rupture: A case report and review of literature

BACKGROUND Peroneal tendon disorders are common causes of lateral hindfoot pain.However,total rupture of the peroneal longus tendon is rare.Surgical treatment for this condition is usually a side-to-side tenodesis of the peroneal longus tendon to the peroneal brevis tendon.While the traditional procedure involves a long lateral curved incision,this approach is associated with damage to the lateral soft tissues(up to 24%incidence).CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old female had developed pain at the lateral aspect of the hindfoot 1 mo after an ankle sprain while walking in the street.Previous treatments were anti-inflammatory drugs,ice,rest and Cam-walker boot.At physical exam,there was pain and swelling over the course of the peroneal tendons.Ankle instability and cavovarus foot deformity were ruled out.Eversion strength was weak(4/5).Imaging showed complete rupture of the peroneal longus tendon associated with a sharp hypertrophic peroneal tubercle.Surgical repair was indicated after failure of conservative treatment(physiotherapy,rest,analgesics,and ankle stabilizer).A less invasive approach was performed for peroneal longus tendon debridement and side-to-side tenodesis to the adjacent peroneal brevis tendon,with successful clinical and functional outcomes.CONCLUSION Peroneus longus tendon tenodesis can be performed through a less invasive approach with preservation of the lateral soft tissue integrity.

Clinical and mechanical outcomes in isolated anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction vs additional lateral extra-articular tenodesis or anterolateral ligament reconstruction

BACKGROUND Anterior cruciate ligament(ACL) reconstruction has been a successful treatment for ACL rupture.However ongoing rotational instability can be an issue.Several surgical techniques have been recommended to overcome this including lateral extra-articular tenodesis(LET) and more recently anterolateral ligament reconstruction(ALLR).AIM To compare the clinical outcomes following ACL reconstruction(ACLR) alone or ACLR with either LET or ALLR.METHODS A systematic review was conducted by means of four databases(MEDLINE,EMBASE,Cochrane and Clinical.Trials.Gov),and the Reference Citaion Analysis(https://www.referencecitationanalysis.com/) to identify all studies investigating either or both of LET and ALLR.The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist for cohort studies was employed for critical appraisal and evaluation of all twenty-four studies which met the inclusion criteria.RESULTS Pooled meta-analyses illustrated that ACLR with additional LET or ALLR results in improved pivot shift test scores,compared to isolated ACLR.There was no statistically significant difference in International Knee Documentation Committee(IKDC) clinical scores with addition of either LET or ALLR.ACL re-rupture rates were compared between LET and ALLR techniques.There was a statistically significant difference between techniques,with a 1.14% rupture rate in ACLR +ALLR,and 4.03% rupture rate in ACLR + LET.Isolated ACLR re-rupture rates were 12.59%,significantly higher than when augmented with either ALLR or LET(P < 0.0001 for both groups).There were no statistical differences in pivot shift test or IKDC scores between LET and ALLR techniques.CONCLUSION This meta-analysis has found that use of either LET or ALLR in addition to ACLR results in improved mechanical outcomes suggesting surgeons should consider augmenting ACLR with an extra-articular procedure in patients with rotatory instability.Furthermore,both anterolateral extra articular procedures in addition to ACLR lead to reduced ACL re-rupture rates compared to isolated ACLR.Moreover,ALLR results in reduced ACL re-rupture rates,compared to LET.More research is needed to compare the two respective extra-articular procedures.

Superior labral anterior posterior lesions of the shoulder:Current diagnostic and therapeutic standards

Surgical treatment of superior labral anterior posterior(SLAP) lesion becomes more and more frequent which is the consequence of evolving progress in both,imaging and surgical technique as well as implants.The first classification of SLAP lesions was described in 1990, a subdivision in four types existed. The rising comprehension of pathology and pathophysiology in SLAP lesions contributed to increase the types in SLAP classification to ten. Concerning the causative mechanism of SLAP lesions, acute trauma has to be differed from chronic degeneration. Overhead athletes tend to develop a glenohumeral internal rotation deficit which forms the basis for two controversial discussed potential mechanisms of pathophysiology in SLAP lesions: Internal impingement and peel-back mechanism. Clinical examination often remains unspecific whereas soft tissue imaging such as direct or indirect magnetic resonance arthrography has technically improved and is regarded to be indispensable in detection of SLAP lesions. Concomitant pathologies as Bankart lesions, rotator cuff tears or perilabral cysts should be taken into consideration when planning a personalized therapeutic strategy. In addition, normal variants such as sublabral recess, sublabral hole, Buford complex and other less common variants have to be distinguished. The most frequent SLAP type Ⅱ needs a sophisticated approach when surgical teatment comes into consideration. While SLAP repair is considered to be the standard operative option, overhead athletes benefit from a biceps tenodesis because improved patient-reported satisfaction and higher rate of return to pre-injury level of sports has been reported.

Management of proximal biceps tendon pathology

The long head of the biceps tendon is widely recognized as an important pain generator,especially in anterior shoulder pain and dysfunction with athletes and working individuals.The purpose of this review is to provide a current understanding of the long head of the biceps tendon anatomy and its surrounding structures,function,and relevant clinical information such as evaluation,treatment options,and complications in hopes of helping orthopaedic surgeons counsel their patients.An understanding of the long head of the biceps tendon anatomy and its surrounding structures is helpful to determine normal function as well as pathologic injuries that stem proximally.The biceps-labral complex has been identified and broken down into different regions that can further enhance a physician’s knowledge of common anterior shoulder pain etiologies.Although various physical examination maneuvers exist meant to localize the anterior shoulder pain,the lack of specificity requires orthopaedic surgeons to rely on patient history,advanced imaging,and diagnostic injections in order to determine the patient’s next steps.Nonsurgical treatment options such as anti-inflammatory medications,physical therapy,and ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injections should be utilized before entertaining surgical treatment options.If surgery is needed,the three options include biceps tenotomy,biceps tenodesis,or superior labrum anterior to posterior repair.Specifically for biceps tenodesis,recent studies have analyzed open vs arthroscopic techniques,the ideal location of tenodesis with intra-articular,suprapectoral,subpectoral,extra-articular top of groove,and extra-articular bottom of groove approaches,and the best method of fixation using interference screws,suture anchors,or cortical buttons.Orthopaedic surgeons should be aware of the complications of each procedure and respond accordingly for each patient.Once treated,patients often have good to excellent clinical outcomes and low rates of complications.

Peroneus longus tendon rupture: A case report

BACKGROUND Peroneal tendinopathies are an under-diagnosed and potentially under-treated pathology. If left untreated it can be a cause of chronic lateral hindfoot pain. Its diagnosis is challenging owing to its low incidence and vague clinical presentation.CASE SUMMARY We share a case of a patient who experienced a chronic lateral ankle pain exacerbated after alighting from a bus. This patient came to our attention only after failing conservative management on two separate occasions. Plain radiographs and magnetic resonance imaging revealed rupture of the peroneus longus tendon(PLT). Findings were confirmed intra-operatively and tenodesis of the PLT to the peroneus brevis was performed. Patient was kept non-weight-bear with his foot everted and in plantarflexion before being converted to an offloading boot at two weeks. Patient was started on a progressive rehabilitation programme at six weeks and was able to return to work shortly after with excellent outcomes.CONCLUSION We aim to share our experience in managing this patient and propose some pointers guided by available literature to avoid missing this commonly overlooked pathology.

Graft choices for anterolateral ligament knee reconstruction surgery: Current concepts

The anterolateral ligament(ALL)is a primary structure of the anterolateral complex of the knee that contributes to internal rotational stability of the joint.Injury of the ALL is commonly associated with rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament.If left untreated,ALL lesions may lead to residual anterolateral rotational instability of the knee after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction,which is a common cause of anterior cruciate ligament graft failure.The function of the ALL can be restored by lateral extraarticular tenodesis or anterolateral ligament reconstruction(ALLR).In the lateral extraarticular tenodesis procedure,a strip of the iliotibial band is placed in a non-anatomical position to restrain the internal rotation of the tibia,while in ALLR,a free graft is fixed at the insertion points of the native ALL.Gracilis and semitendinosus grafts have mainly been utilized for ALLR,but other autografts have also been suggested.Furthermore,allografts and synthetic grafts have been applied to minimize donor-site morbidity and maximize the size and strength of the graft.Nevertheless,there has been no strong evidence to fully support one method over another thus far.The present review presents a detailed description of the graft choices for ALLR and the current literature available in regard to the effectiveness and outcomes of published surgical techniques.

Anterolateral complex of the knee: State of the art

Rotatory instability of the knee represents the main reason for failure and poor clinical outcomes regarding anterior cruciate ligament(ACL)reconstruction techniques.It is now clear that the anterolateral complex(ALC)of the knee possesses a fundamental role,in association with the ACL,in controlling internal rotation.Over the past decade,ever since the anterolateral ligament has been identified and described as a distinct structure,there has been a renewed interest in the scientific community about the whole ALC:Lateral extra-articular tenodesis have made a comeback in association with ACL reconstructions to improve functional outcomes,reducing the risks of graft failure and associated injuries.Modern ACL reconstruction surgery must therefore investigate residual instability and proceed,when necessary,to extra-articular techniques,whether functional tenodesis or anatomical reconstruction.This review aims to investigate the latest anatomical and histological descriptions,and the role in rotational control and knee biomechanics of the ALC and its components.The diagnostic tools for its identification,different reconstruction techniques,and possible surgical indications are described..In addition,clinical and functional results available in the literature are reported.

Bilateral dislocation of the long head of biceps tendon with intact rotator cuff tendon:A case report

BACKGROUND Dislocation of the long head of biceps tendon(LHBT)usually involves rotator cuff injury,and isolated dislocation with an intact rotator cuff is rare.Some cases of isolated dislocation have been reported.However,to the best of our knowledge,there has been no report of bilateral dislocation of the LHBT without rotator cuff pathology.CASE SUMMARY A 23-year-old male presented to our outpatient clinic with left side dominant pain in both shoulders.The patient had no history of trauma or overuse.The patient underwent intra-articular injection and physical therapy,but his symptoms aggravated.Based on preoperative imaging,the diagnosis was bilateral dislocation of the LHBT.Dysplasia of the bicipital groove was detected in both shoulders.Active dislocation of the biceps tendon over an intact subscapularis tendon was identified by diagnostic arthroscopy.Staged biceps tenodesis was performed and continuous passive motion therapy was administered immediately after surgery.The patient’s pain was resolved,and full functional recovery was achieved,and he was satisfied with the condition of his shoulders.CONCLUSION This study describes a rare case of bilateral dislocations of the LHBT without rotator cuff injury due to dysplasia of the bicipital groove.

Rupture of the long head of the biceps brachii tendon near the musculotendinous junction in a young patient: A case report

We report an unusual case of the long head of the biceps brachii tendon rupture near the musculotendinous junction in a young patient.The injury occurred in a young athlete during sports competition.The clinical presentation,surgical treatment,and technique with tenodesis using a unicortical button of the ruptured tendon were presented.The post-surgical recovery was uneventful,and the patient returned to sports in 6 mo.The treatment approach and surgical technique of the long head of biceps brachii rupture was reviewed and discussed.In conclusion,surgical treatment of the long head of the biceps brachii tendon rupture with unicortical button tenodesis resulted in a favorable outcome in a young athlete.

Modified arthroscopic transfer of the long head of the biceps tendon to the conjoint tendon

The long head of the biceps tendon （LHBT） pathology has been implicated as a common source of shoulder pain. The patients may be more resistant to conservative treatment than those with isolated subacromial impingement. Even though, the surgical options of this disease remain controversial. It has been reported that tenotomy and tenodesis of the biceps tendon were usually utilized. However, persistent pain, deformity, and muscle cramping were frequently observed. Transfer of the LHBT to the conjoint tendon was originally described by Post and Benca in 1982.4 Verma et all has performed the transfer under arthroscopy since 2004. Eighty percent of their patients reported good results with a minimum 2 years of follow-up. However, there was a steep learning curve to become proficient in their technique. We devised a more convenient transfer compared with O＇Brien＇s technique. Six patients received our modified arthroscopic transfers from May 2006 to May 2007. All of them obtained good results.