Spontaneous and Simulataneous Rupture of the Both Quadriceps Tendons

1986 
Ruptures of both quadriceps tendons are relatively rare injuries. Especially, spontaneous and simulataneous rupture of the both quadriceps tendons is a rare condition.The presented case is a patient with chronic renal failure treated by hemodialysis and secondary hyperparathyroidism with spontaneous and simulataneous rupture of both quadriceps tendons.The patient was treated by surgical repair of the both tendon ruptures with a satisfactory return of function.Hyperparathyroidism may be a predisposing condition for the rupture.
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