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ArticleJournal of wrist surgery2026

Outcomes of an All-Arthroscopic Technique of Anatomical Repair of Complete Foveal Tears of the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex.

Zachary Chu, Vincentius Edward Lie, Muntasir Mannan Choudhury

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Zachary ChuYong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.ORCID 0000-0003-3107-9391
Vincentius Edward LieDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sengkang General Hospital, Sengkang, Singapore.
Muntasir Mannan ChoudhuryDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sengkang General Hospital, Sengkang, Singapore.ORCID 0000-0002-8885-5665

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Background: Foveal tears of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) present challenges for hand and wrist surgeons due to their impact on wrist stability and function. This study aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a modified 3-portal all-arthroscopic technique using a bony anchor. Materials and Methods: A retrospective review of 19 consecutive TFCC tear repairs was conducted. Patients with ulnar-sided wrist pain and confirmed TFCC tears underwent surgery by a single surgeon. Clinical data, surgical techniques, and outcomes were analyzed. Results: The majority of patients experienced significant improvements in pain, grip strength, and range of motion following surgery. The technique showed improvements in pain relief (74% reported no pain), grip strength restoration (mean restoration of 93%), and range of motion(mean restoration of 97%). Utilizing the modified Mayo wrist score, 12 patients (63%) achieved excellent outcomes, 6 patients (32%) attained good outcomes, and 1 patient (5%) had satisfactory outcomes. Conclusion: This modified 3-portal arthroscopic TFCC repair technique using a bony anchor technique can effectively alleviate symptoms and improve wrist function in patients with TFCC tears. Level of Evidence: Level IV.

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arthroscopic repairbony anchorfoveal tearstriangular fibrocartilage complexwrist stability

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PMID42179684
PMCPMC13193752

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