Bilateral simultaneous complete quadriceps rupture following chronic symptomatic tendinopathy: a case report
Open Access
- 1 January 2009
- journal article
- Published by Springer Nature in Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Vol. 3 (1) , 9031
Abstract
Quadriceps rupture is a disabling injury mostly seen in men over 40 years of age. Bilateral quadriceps rupture is a rare injury that is often secondary to predisposing medical conditions. Ultrasound is a cheap and reliable tool for diagnosis but is operator dependent. Thus, magnetic resonance imaging is the preferred method of investigation despite its cost and availability. Prompt diagnosis and early surgical repair are needed for an optimal end result.Keywords
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