Acute distal biceps rupture in an adolescent weightlifter on chronic steroid suppression: a case report

作者:Ding David Y; LaMartina Joey A II*; Zhang Alan L; Pandya Nirav K
来源:Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics-Part B, 2016, 25(5): 447-449.
DOI:10.1097/BPB.0000000000000328

摘要

Distal biceps tendon ruptures are uncommon events in the adult population and exceedingly rare in the adolescent population. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first and only report of a distal biceps tendon rupture in an adolescent with a history of chronic corticosteroid suppression. We present a case of a 17-year-old male on chronic corticosteroid suppression who underwent a successful distal biceps tendon repair after an acute rupture following weightlifting. At the 1-year follow-up, the patient reports full range of motion and strength, and is able to return to his preinjury activity level with sports and weightlifting. Acute distal biceps ruptures are uncommon injuries in the pediatric population, but may occur in conjunction with chronic corticosteroid use. Anatomic repair, when possible, can restore function and strength.

  • 出版日期2016-9