title: Spontaneous rupture of the biceps femoris.
abstract: A case is reported of spontaneous rupture of the biceps femoris muscle, a hitherto undescribed condition. A characteristic history is discussed and a new clinical sign described.
authors.affiliation: St. Laurence's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: McGoldrick
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Colville
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009132:Muscles / Q000293:injuries*; D015865:Racquet Sports / Q000293:injuries*; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery