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The modified norwegian method of biceps tenodesis
Abdullah Foad1, Sami Faruqui2, Courtney C Hanna3
1Quality Care Clinic and Surgery Center, Clinton, Iowa, U.S.A.
Arthroscopy Techniques
|May 21, 2014
Summary
The Modified Norwegian Method offers a simple, all-arthroscopic technique for biceps tenodesis. This intra-articular approach facilitates suture passage for effective biceps tendon fixation with comparable complication rates to other methods.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Arthroscopic Techniques
- Shoulder Surgery
Background:
- Biceps tenodesis is a common procedure for managing long head of biceps tendon pathology.
- Existing methods include subpectoral and arthroscopic techniques with varying fixation strategies.
- The need for simplified, effective arthroscopic biceps tenodesis remains.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel all-arthroscopic, intra-articular technique for biceps tenodesis.
- To detail the Modified Norwegian Method for biceps tendon fixation.
- To present a straightforward approach for surgeons performing biceps tenodesis.
Main Methods:
- The Modified Norwegian Method utilizes an anterosuperolateral portal for suture shuttle passer insertion.
- This technique allows for direct visualization through a posterior portal during suture passage.
- Intra-articular, bony fixation of the long head of the biceps tendon is achieved.
Main Results:
- The described method is an all-arthroscopic, intra-articular bony biceps tenodesis.
- It simplifies suture passage through the biceps tendon.
- The technique is considered reasonable and simple to perform.
Conclusions:
- The Modified Norwegian Method provides an effective all-arthroscopic solution for biceps tenodesis.
- This technique demonstrates comparable complication rates to established fixation methods.
- It offers a valuable, straightforward option for shoulder surgeons.