Simultaneous bilateral quadriceps tendon rupture while playing basketball.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Simultaneous bilateral quadriceps tendon rupture is an uncommon injury in healthy people and only a few cases have been reported in athletes. This is the first report of a patient with simultaneous bilateral quadriceps tendon rupture incurred while playing basketball. The injury was surgically repaired and the patient had a good functional outcome.
Medical subject headings
- Basketball
- Knee Injuries
- Tendon Injuries
Anatomy
- knee