Multiple nerve injuries following repair of a distal biceps tendon rupture--case report and review of the literature

Current repair of a distal biceps tendon rupture has reverted to the single incision technique. Postoperative complications are rare, but the most common are due to neuropraxia. We present the case of patient who sustained multiple nerve injuries following distal biceps repair. This case is presente...

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Published in:Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Diseases (2013) 2013-06, Vol.71 (2), p.166-169
Main Authors: Fajardo, Marc R, Rosenberg, Zehava, Christoforou, Dimitrios, Grossman, John A I
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Electric Stimulation Therapy
Humans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Male
Middle Aged
Orthopedic Procedures - adverse effects
Peripheral Nerve Injuries - diagnosis
Peripheral Nerve Injuries - etiology
Peripheral Nerve Injuries - physiopathology
Peripheral Nerve Injuries - therapy
Physical Therapy Modalities
Recovery of Function
Rupture
Tendon Injuries - diagnosis
Tendon Injuries - physiopathology
Tendon Injuries - surgery
Time Factors
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Current repair of a distal biceps tendon rupture has reverted to the single incision technique. Postoperative complications are rare, but the most common are due to neuropraxia. We present the case of patient who sustained multiple nerve injuries following distal biceps repair. This case is presented with a review of the literature.
ISSN:2328-5273