title: Partial rupture of the distal biceps brachii tendon. A case report.
abstract: Traumatic rupture of the lacertus fibrosus in the biceps aponeurosis and elongation of a normal-appearing biceps tendon caused weakening in elbow flexion and forearm supination. Normal function was restored by shortening of the biceps tendon and aponeurosis 8 months after the accident.
mesh_terms: D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000503:physiopathology; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005542:Forearm / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D013997:Time Factors; D000092464:Elbow Injuries