Outcomes of Open and Endoscopic Repairs of Chronic Partial- and Full-Thickness Proximal Hamstring Tendon Tears

Outcomes of Open and Endoscopic Repairs of Chronic Partial- and Full-Thickness Proximal Hamstring Tendon Tears

Authors

Maldonado DR, Annin S, Lall AC, Krych AJ, Athey AG, Spinner RJ, Hartigan DE, Emblom BA, Ryan MK, Domb BG
DOI: 10.1177/0363546520981767

Background

Chronic tears of the proximal hamstring tendons can cause pain and limit mobility. There is limited research on the outcomes of repairing these tears when they are not treated immediately after injury.

Methods

This multicenter study reviewed the results of patients who had chronic proximal hamstring tendon tears and underwent either open or endoscopic repair. The study looked at patient-reported outcomes, pain scores, and satisfaction at a minimum 2-year follow-up.

Key Findings

Both open and endoscopic repair techniques showed excellent results, with high patient-reported outcomes and satisfaction. The mean follow-up period was over 5 years, and patients experienced minimal complications.

Conclusions

Chronic proximal hamstring tendon tears can be successfully treated with open or endoscopic repair, with both techniques providing good long-term outcomes in terms of function and satisfaction.

What Does This Mean for Patients

If you have a chronic hamstring tendon tear, surgery can effectively improve your pain and mobility, with high satisfaction rates in both open and endoscopic repair approaches. These treatments are reliable even when the injury is not addressed immediately.