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Open and arthroscopic management of lateral epicondylitis in the athlete.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  19643333     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Lateral epicondylitis is the most common condition affecting the adult elbow. It occurs in middleaged individuals and is self-limiting in most cases. Based on clinical, histologic, and imaging data, the tendinous origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis is the most likely site of pathology. When conservative measures fail, surgical management may be indicated. This can be accomplished by traditional open methods or by arthroscopic release. This article reviews the relevant anatomy of the common extensor tendon origin at the elbow and provides guidelines for surgical management of recalcitrant epicondylitis. Special emphasis is placed on arthroscopic techniques, which, when required, may allow for a more rapid return of the athlete to sport.
Authors:
Mark S Cohen; Anthony A Romeo
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Review    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Hand clinics     Volume:  25     ISSN:  1558-1969     ISO Abbreviation:  Hand Clin     Publication Date:  2009 Aug 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2009-07-31     Completed Date:  2009-11-13     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8510415     Medline TA:  Hand Clin     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  331-8     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Section of Hand and Elbow Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1725 West Harrison Street, Suite 1063, Chicago, IL 60612, USA. mcohen3@rush.edu
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Arthroscopy*
Athletic Injuries / pathology,  surgery*
Humans
Tennis Elbow / etiology,  pathology,  surgery*

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