Tenotomy or Tenodesis for the Long Head of Biceps Lesions in Shoulders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Heng’an Ge, Qiang Zhang, Yeqing Sun, Jie Li, Lin Sun and Biao Cheng

PLOS ONE, 2015, vol. 10, issue 3, 1-11

Abstract: Background: Both tenotomy and tenodesis have been widely used for the treatment of long head of biceps tendon (LHBT) lesions, but the optimal strategy remains considerably controversial. In this meta-analysis of published studies, we compared the results of the two procedures. Methods: A literature search that compared tenotomy with tenodesis was performed using MEDLINE, and Embase until August 2014. A total of 7 studies reporting data on 622 subjects were included. Study quality was evaluated using the PEDro critical appraisal tool and the NO quality assessment tool. Results: Data synthesis showed higher functional outcomes, a lower complication rate, and longer surgical time in patients managed with tenodesis compared to tenotomy (Constant score, P = 0.02; Popeye sign, P

Date: 2015
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