Long-term follow-up after arthroscopic tenotomy for partial rupture of the biceps brachii tendon.

摘要: Objective: To report the long-term clinical outcomes and radiographic results in dogs diagnosed with partial bicipital rupture treated by arthroscopic tenotomy. Materials Methods: The medical records of that had undergone tenotomy were retrospectively reviewed. Inclusion criteria for this study were: performance an between August 1999 July 2007, availability data review, ability to obtain follow-up more than one year after In all cases, owners interviewed during appointments or via telephone determine perceived outcome surgery. Results: Forty-seven tenotomies performed on 40 without any major surgical complications. Long-term examinations, ranging from 12 months 48 (mean 26 months) tenotomy, obtained 24 (25 shoulders). Clinical was assessed as excellent 22 shoulders, each dog showing a full return limb function. A total 10 (11 joints) evaluated radiographically; six joints revealed no progression pathology, five showed limited pathology. Conclusion: Arthroscopic treatment yields favourable high degree owner satisfaction. feasibility technique our indicate can be considered reliable safe rupture.