Acute Patellar Tendon Rupture with a Z-Shaped Pattern from the Inferior Pole of the Patella to the Tibial Tubercle
10.4055/jkoa.2024.59.3.223
- Author:
Chul Hong KIM
1
;
Sang Yoon LEE
;
Jun Ha PARK
;
Lih WANG
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Dong-A University, Busan, Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:The Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association
2024;59(3):223-228
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Patellar tendon rupture is rare and is caused mainly by trauma, but it can also be caused by systemic disease or weakening of the tendon due to aging. Complete rupture may occur in the inferior pole of the patella, midsubstance of the tendon, and the tendon from the tibial tubercle. In addition, it can also appear as an avulsion fracture. The authors experienced a Z-shaped pattern of an acute patellar tendon complete rupture, including partial transverse ruptures of the inferior pole of the patella and the tendon from the tibial tubercle separately with a longitudinal tear. Satisfactory results were obtained through surgical treatment. The authors report this case with a review of the relevant literature.
