Hourglass biceps tendon
Last revised by Mohamed Saber on 30 Jan 2024
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Citation:
Rezaee A, Saber M, Hacking C, et al. Hourglass biceps tendon. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 25 Apr 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-44507
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Article created:
25 Apr 2016,
Amir Rezaee
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Last revised:
30 Jan 2024,
Mohamed Saber ◉
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Synonyms:
- Hourglass biceps tendon
- Hourglass shaped biceps
- Hourglass shaped biceps tendon
An hourglass biceps tendon refers to severe enlargement of the intra-articular portion of the biceps tendon which can entrap inside joint during flexion and become symptomatic. It can be associated with accumulation of fluid in tendon sheath within the bicipital groove.
References
- 1. Boileau P, Ahrens PM, Hatzidakis AM. Entrapment of the long head of the biceps tendon: the hourglass biceps-a cause of pain and locking of the shoulder. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2004;13 (3): 249-57. Pubmed citation
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