Reconstruction of a Neglected Patellar Tendon Rupture in an Adolescent: A Case Report.

Zigras, Filippos; Komnos, George A; Hantes, Michael

Zigras, Filippos; Komnos, George A; Hantes, Michael.

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Zigras F; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Musculoskeletal Trauma, University General Hospital of Larissa, Larissa, GRC.
Komnos GA; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Musculoskeletal Trauma, University General Hospital of Larissa, Larissa, GRC.
Hantes M; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Musculoskeletal Trauma, University General Hospital of Larissa, Larissa, GRC.

Cureus ; 16(7): e63844, 2024 Jul.

Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39104980

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT

We present a case of a neglected patellar tendon rupture, misdiagnosed as an anterior cruciate ligament tear, in a 12-year-old child with open physis without an avulsion fracture. The patient was treated with an ipsilateral hamstring tendon autograft with preserved distal insertions, a transpatellar tunnel, and a transtibial fixation. At the final follow-up, the patient had a full range of motion and a fully functional knee. The described technique results in complete muscle strength, full range of motion, and pain-free gait. It can be used in chronic patellar tendon ruptures and is a valuable addition to the therapeutic quiver for this type of injury.

Palabras clave

adolescent; chronic injury; hamstring tendon autograft; patellar tendon reconstruction; patellar tendon rupture; transpatellar tunnel

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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Cureus Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos

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