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What is done about a 6 month old biceps tendon rupture?

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??: ? Proximal or distal if distal maybe repair but it will be difficult if proximal leave it alone it probably woun' cause too much trouble.

Answered 1/22/2020

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Depends: If biceps torn proximal in shoulder, would leave alone. Shouldn't anticipate significant functional loss, but may have popeye deformity. If distal, repair not likely. Reconstruction with some sort of interposition graft required. Many patients report improved pain with function, but does not correct deformity, and strength improvements less predictable. Tough problem to have. Good luck!

Answered 1/28/2017

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