Failure of biceps tenodesis with interference screw fixation.

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Shoulder Surgery

Background:

• Biceps tenodesis is a common surgical treatment for long head biceps tendon issues.
• Existing research often focuses on biomechanics, with limited data on clinical failures.
• Interference screw fixation is a widely used technique for arthroscopic biceps tenodesis.

Observation:

• This study presents a case series of 3 patients.
• All patients underwent arthroscopic biceps tenodesis with an interference screw.
• These patients experienced clinical failures following the procedure.

Findings:

• The case series details complications and failures associated with arthroscopic biceps tenodesis.
• Specific failure modes related to interference screw fixation are discussed.
• This highlights potential risks not fully captured in biomechanical studies.

Implications:

• The findings suggest a need for careful patient selection and technique optimization.
• Further research is warranted to understand and mitigate failure risks.
• This information is crucial for surgeons performing biceps tenodesis.