Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Arthroscopic biceps brachii tenotomy as a treatment for canine bicipital tenosynovitis.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
- Year:
- 2002
- Authors:
- Wall, Corey R & Taylor, Robert
- Affiliation:
- Alameda East Veterinary Hospital · United States
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Five dogs, aged between 4 and 8 years and of different breeds, were showing signs of bicipital tenosynovitis, which is an inflammation of the tendon in the shoulder. After less invasive treatments didn't help, each dog had a procedure called shoulder arthroscopy, where a small camera is used to look inside the joint. During this procedure, the affected tendon was cut using a special tool. All five dogs had good to excellent results after the surgery, meaning they likely felt much better afterward.
Abstract
Five dogs of varying breeds, ranging from 4 to 8 years in age, were presented with clinical signs consistent with bicipital tenosynovitis. After failure of conservative treatment, each dog underwent shoulder arthroscopy. Following examination of the scapular humeral joint, the bicipital tendon was severed with a bipolar radiofrequency electrosurgical system. The arthroscopic procedure resulted in a good to excellent outcome for all five dogs.
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