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Shoulder surgery showdown: which biceps fix works best?

NCT ID NCT06772103

Disease control Sponsor: Clinique Générale dAnnecy Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 98 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2025

Expected to finish

Jan 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pathology of the LHBT or SLAP-type lesion based on clinical symptoms * Partial-thickness rupture or absence of full-thickness rupture of the rotator cuff of the subscapular, supraspinatus and/or infraspinatus tendons, diagnosed preoperatively on ultrasound, arthro-CT or MRI Exclusion Criteria: * Full-thickness tears of the rotator cuff diagnosed preoperatively on ultrasound, arthro-CT or MRI. * Osteoarthritis of the glenohumeral joint, defined by narrowing of the glenohumeral joint space or osteophytes, using AP radiography of the affected shoulder. * Previous surgery on the affected shoulder * Patients presenting with motor paralysis of the shoulder * Preoperative presence of the Popeye sign or documented LHBT rupture * Dementia or inability to complete questionnaires and assessments in French or English. * Pregnant or breast-feeding patient * Protected adult patient * Patient not covered by social security.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bicipital tenosynovitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Slap lesion

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinique Générale

    RECRUITING

    Annecy, 74000, France

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