RECONSTRUCTION OF CHRONIC QUADRICEPS TENDON RUPTURE USING
AUTOLOGOUS SEMITENDINOSUS GRAFT: A CASE REPORT
INTRODUCTION :
Chronic quadriceps tendon rupture is a relatively rare injury that can
be challenging to treat. While autologous tendon grafting is a widely
accepted method, it is acknowledged that the process of harvesting
tendons results in extended rehabilitation and heightened surgical
complications, especially in older patients or those with pre-existing
co-morbidities. The reconstruction of chronic quadriceps tendon injuries
presents significant challenges and yields unsatisfactory results.1 In
this case report, we reported a 17-year-old male with chronic quadriceps
tendon rupture treated using ipsilateral Manuscript without author
details Click here to view linked References semitendinosus graft and
suture anchor to propose an option of surgical technique for quadriceps
tendon reconstruction
CASE HISTORY :
A 17-year-old male came to our institution with left knee pain since 8
months ago after he fell into a ditch. After the incident, the patient
complained of left knee pain, especially when he tried to straighten his
knee. Physical examination demonstrated palpable gap on suprapatellar
region.