Traumatic bilateral patellar tendon rupture
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Simultaneous bilateral rupture of the patella tendon is a very rare condition, especially in young and healthy individuals. In this case report, a 44-year-old male sustained bilateral rupture while jumping during an amateur handball game. He was examined with X-ray and MRI and received surgery in both knees with suture of the tendon and reinforcement with metal cerclages. MRI of suspected injuries to the knee extensor mechanism is suggested to be of diagnostic value.
Source: Ugeskrift for Læger
DOI: 10.61409/v05240317
Authors: Martin Dennis Dursun, Jens Steensen Knudsen, Joakim Jensen
Institution: Odense University Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404619609