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Distal biceps brachii tendon avulsion

A simplified method of operative repair

Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Fred M. Hankin, MD

Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan

James F. Eckenrode, MD

Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Patrick A. Smith, MD

Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Edward M. Wojtys, MD

Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Rupture of the distal insertion of the biceps brachii may lead to severe functional impairment of the upper ex tremity on the basis of resultant weakness of elbow flexion and supination. When the diagnosis of a post- traumatic distal biceps tendon avulsion is made, a simple method of reattachment is possible and func tionally warranted.

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