title: Simultaneous bilateral rupture of the quadriceps tendon.
abstract: The simultaneous, complete rupture of both quadriceps tendons is a rare event. Only 30 previous cases have been reported and the majority have had well-documented predisposing factors, such as chronic renal failure, gout, hyperparathyroidism, diabetes and obesity. We report a case which presented without any predisposing cause, and review the literature to date.
authors.forename: W J
authors.initials: WJ
authors.lastname: Ribbans
authors.forename: P D
authors.initials: PD
authors.lastname: Angus
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*