title: Spontaneous bilateral patellar tendon rupture: case report and review of fluoroquinolone-induced tendinopathy.
abstract: The present case emphasizes the importance of adhering to strict indications when prescribing fluoroquinolones. Although rare, drug-induced tendinopathy is not confined to fluoroquinolones. The patient's and physician's awareness should be increased to reduce fluoroquinolones-associated morbidity, particularly in patients with previously described risk factors.
authors.affiliation: Hospital Vila Franca de Xira Estrada Nacional n°1, Povos 2600-009 Vila Franca de Xira Portugal.
authors.forename: Bárbara
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Rosa
authors.affiliation: Hospital Vila Franca de Xira Estrada Nacional n°1, Povos 2600-009 Vila Franca de Xira Portugal.
authors.forename: Pedro
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Campos
authors.affiliation: Hospital Vila Franca de Xira Estrada Nacional n°1, Povos 2600-009 Vila Franca de Xira Portugal.
authors.forename: André
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Barros
authors.affiliation: Hospital Vila Franca de Xira Estrada Nacional n°1, Povos 2600-009 Vila Franca de Xira Portugal.
authors.forename: Samir
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Karmali
authors.affiliation: Hospital Vila Franca de Xira Estrada Nacional n°1, Povos 2600-009 Vila Franca de Xira Portugal.
authors.forename: Ricardo
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Gonçalves
keywords: Bilateral; fluroquinolones‐induced; patellar tendon; spontaneous rupture; tendinopathy