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 novel 3-portal all-arthroscopic technique using a bony anchor.
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 analysed.
The majority of patients experienced significant improvements in pain, grip strength, and range of motion following surgery. The technique showed improvements in pain relief(73.7% reported no pain), grip strength restoration (mean restoration of 91.8%), and range of motion (mean restoration of 96.8%). All patients returned back to work.
This novel 3-portal arthroscopic TFCC repair technique using a bony anchor technique can effectively alleviate symptoms and improve wrist function in patients with TFCC tears.
