Arthroscopic diagnosis of long head of biceps tendon instability in refractory anterior shoulder pain: A comparison study between pulley tear and non-tear lesions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) instability and biceps reflection pulley (BRP) lesions are common cause of refractory anterior shoulder pain. We described a technique using dynamic arthroscopy to determine associated intraarticular pathologies.

Methods

Patients with refractory anterior shoulder pain and arthroscopically-diagnosed LHBT instability were enrolled. LHBT instability and the integrity of BRP and concomitant intra-articular lesions were investigated by ramp test. Demographics and arthroscopic findings were compared between patients with and without BRP tear.

Results

Forty patients were enrolled. BRP tear was noted in 25 patients (group A) and superior glenohumeral ligament (SGHL) insufficiency through ramp test in 15 patients (group B). Conc

SUBMITTER: Kao JT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10104962 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature