Proximal long head biceps tendon

What does "Proximal long head biceps tendon" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "proximal long head biceps tendon" refers to a specific part of a muscle in the upper arm, known as the biceps. "Proximal" means it's the part of the tendon closer to the body, and "long head" refers to one of the two parts of the biceps muscle. So, in simple terms, it's the part of the biceps muscle's tendon that's closer to the body.

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