Shoulder surgery showdown: which biceps fix works best?
NCT ID NCT06772103
First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This trial compares two surgical methods for treating long head of the biceps tendon or SLAP lesions in people without full-thickness rotator cuff tears. One technique uses a self-locking mechanism, the other a 360 suture anchor. The goal is to see which provides better shoulder function and fewer complications, such as Popeye deformity. Results could help surgeons choose the best approach for these common shoulder problems.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- biceps tenodesis surgery (self-locking or 360 suture anchor)
- What this could lead to
- If one technique proves superior, it could become the preferred surgical method for treating biceps tendon injuries, reducing complications like Popeye deformity.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 98 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both procedures are surgical and carry standard risks like infection or stiffness.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Clinique Générale
RECRUITINGAnnecy, 74000, France
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