Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Biceps tendon surgery with bioabsorbable anchor in 5 dogs
By Schuenemann, Riccarda & Strauss, Sabine·Published in Veterinary surgery : VS·2025·Small Animal Hospital Sattledt·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Biceps tenodesis with a bioabsorbable bone anchor using BoneWelding technology: Results in six clinical cases (5 dogs).
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Plain-English summary
Five working or sporting dogs with biceps tendon injuries were treated with a procedure called biceps tenodesis, which involved using a special bioabsorbable bone anchor. Three of the dogs had partial ruptures of the tendon, while the other two had fraying and luxation of the tendon. After the surgery, all dogs were free of lameness within 1 to 5 weeks and were able to return to their normal activities. The treatment showed good long-term results, suggesting it could be a reliable option for dogs with similar injuries.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To report biceps tenodesis with a bioabsorbable bone anchor in working or sporting dogs with biceps tendon pathology. ANIMALS: Five working or sporting dogs with six cases of biceps tendon pathology. STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective clinical case series. METHODS: Three dogs had chronic partial biceps tendon ruptures with inflammation and two dogs (three cases) had biceps tendon luxation with fraying of the biceps tendon as diagnosed with ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) and/or arthroscopy. All were treated with biceps tenodesis with a bioabsorbable bone anchor inserted by BoneWelding technology. Mid- to long-term outcomes were assessed with lameness examination, CT examination, and a validated owner questionnaire (LOAD score). RESULTS: All dogs were free of lameness within 1 to 5 weeks and returned to working or sports. CT assessment confirmed mid- to long-term integrity of the tenodesis. CONCLUSION: In this retrospective case series with a small number of dogs, biceps tenodesis using a bioabsorbable bone anchor resulted in rapid restoration of full function in dogs with biceps tendon pathologies. It may be a valuable treatment option for dogs intended for working or sports. The bioabsorbable bone anchor made tenodesis easy and durable with a minimal risk of implant related complications. Larger prospective case series comparing tenodesis and tenotomy are recommended.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40071705/