Arthroscopic Suture Anchor Tenodesis: Loop-Suture Technique

• Published in: Arthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) Vol. 2; no. 2; pp. e105 - e110
• Main Authors: Shon, Min Soo, M.D, Koh, Kyoung Hwan, M.D, Lim, Tae Kang, M.D, Lee, Seung Won, M.D, Park, Young Eun, M.D, Yoo, Jae Chul, M.D
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Netherlands Elsevier Inc 01-05-2013; Elsevier
• Subjects: Orthopedics; Technical Note
• ISSN: 2212-6287; 2212-6287
• DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2012.12.003

Abstract With advancements in arthroscopic surgery, arthroscopic biceps tenodesis with suture anchor recently has been reported to be a reasonable option for the treatment of biceps pathologies, especially for those that are symptomatic or accompanied by a rotator cuff tear. We introduce our technique of arthroscopic biceps tenodesis with suture anchor that we call the loop-suture technique, which is constructed with 1 loop strand and another sutured strand. This technique can help to improve biceps grip and simultaneously minimize longitudinal splitting of the tendon. In addition, it is relatively simple and can be performed with the use of conventional devices and arthroscopic portals used for rotator cuff repair, without the formation of additional portals or a separate incision for the tenodesis.