Complete atraumatic rupture of the flexor hallucis longus tendon: a case report and review of the literature.

Wei, S Y; Kneeland, J B; Okereke, E · Foot Ankle Int · 1998

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A complete atraumatic rupture of the flexor hallucis longus tendon in a patient without systemic disease is a rare occurrence. Although four cases of complete traumatic ruptures have been cited in the literature, only one case of a complete atraumatic rupture has been previously reported. Presented here is a second case with a review of the literature and a discussion of the surgical indications.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy