Rupture of the peroneus longus tendon in a military athlete.
A 38-year-old active-duty Marine Corps officer with a history of ankle instability presented to the orthopedic clinic complaining of left lateral ankle and leg pain. A diagnosis of rupture of the tendon of the peroneus longus was made. This is an unusual diagnosis in an active Marine Corps officer. Surgical treatment markedly improved his symptoms.
Ross
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Naval Medical Clinic, United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, USA.
Regan
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KJ
McDevitt
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Wilckens
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D000328:Adult; D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008889:Military Personnel; D012421:Rupture / Q000601:surgery; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery