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Biceps Tenodesis Versus Tenotomy in the Treatment of Lesions of the Long Head of Biceps Brachii: a Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Biceps Tenotomy and Biceps Tenodesis for Rotator Cuff Tear and Long Head of Biceps Brachii Lesions. Completed, enrolled 112 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The long head of biceps brachii tendon has been known to be a pain generator and a common cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction in patients with rotator cuff pathology. Both biceps tenotomy and tenodesis have been shown to produce comparable results, but there is no consensus to date due to a lack of level I evidence. The aim of this prospective, randomized, clinical trial is to compare subjective patient-reported outcomes and objective clinical results between biceps tenotomy and biceps tenodesis for treating lesions of the long head of the biceps brachii.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The biceps tenotomy group will have their bicep treated by detaching the tendon from the shoulder.
The biceps tenodesis group will have their bicep detached and then re-inserted onto the shoulder.