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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Human Anatomy

Background:

  • Precise anatomical knowledge of the distal biceps brachii insertion is essential for successful tendon reconstruction and repair.
  • Variations in insertion morphology can complicate surgical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantitatively describe the morphology and precise location of the distal biceps brachii insertion on the radial tuberosity.
  • To provide anatomical data to improve surgical techniques for distal biceps tendon injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Examination of 20 cadaveric arms to obtain linear and angular measurements.
  • Detailed analysis of the distal biceps tendon footprint, radial tuberosity dimensions, and rotational position.
  • Quantitative assessment of the footprint's relationship to anatomical planes.

Main Results:

  • The radial tuberosity measured 24.2 x 12 mm, with the distal biceps tendon footprint measuring 18.7 x 3.7 mm.
  • The insertion footprint is located on the posterior/ulnar aspect of the radial tuberosity.
  • The footprint is centered approximately 30 degrees anterior to the lateral/coronal plane in full forearm supination.

Conclusions:

  • This study provides the first quantitative description of the angular location of the radial tuberosity and distal biceps tendon insertion.
  • Understanding this precise anatomy is critical for performing anatomic repairs, especially when limited supination exists.
  • Findings highlight potential challenges for single-incision anterior approaches in cases of preoperative supination limitation.