Spontaneous bilateral quadriceps tendon rupture treated with polyethylene terephthalate tape augmentation: Report of two consecutive cases.
Jt Dis Relat Surg
; 33(3): 666-672, 2022.
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ABSTRACT
Spontaneous rupture of quadriceps tendon (QT) is a rare condition and it is commonly associated with systemic comorbidities and medical products assumption, which may lead to tendon degeneration. While unilateral rupture is a quite common injury, spontaneous bilateral ruptures are very rare. Herein, we report two consecutive cases of spontaneous bilateral QT rupture in two patients with a positive history of chronic statin use, successfully treated with bilateral single-stage reconstruction with polyethylene-terephthalate tape augmentation. At 12 months of follow-up, both patients recovered the full extension, a 120° pain-free flexion and knee scores improvement. Magnetic resonance imaging at one year showed a complete, bilateral, bio-integration of the augmentation for each knee. In conclusion, polyethylene terephthalate tape augmentation provides a good structural support with a good grade of bio-integration, allowing a fast recovery.
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Assunto principal:
Traumatismos dos Tendões
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Polietilenotereftalatos
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En
Ano de publicação:
2022
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