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Direct Repair Surgery: The First Surgical Technique

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The first surgical technique used Direct repair surgery is commonly done soon after the rupture. Doing a direct repair soon after the injury will to lower the risk of the tendon becoming furture damaged. In a direct repair, the surgeon begins by making a small incision across the arm, just above the elbow. Forceps are inserted up into this incision to grab onto the free end of the ruptured biceps tendon. The surgeon pulls on the forceps to slide the tendon through the incision. A curved instrument is passed through the incision and directly between the radius and ulna bones. The surgeon pushes the instrument through this space, puncturing the muscles and soft tissues. The surgeon feels the back side of the forearm for the spot where the instrument

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