Quadriceps tendon rupture

Quadriceps tendon rupture
Other namesQuadriceps tendon tear
An x-ray demonstrating quadriceps tendon rupture. Note the abnormal angle of the patella and soft-tissue swelling marked by the arrow.
SpecialtyOrthopedic

A quadriceps tendon rupture is a tear of the tendon that runs from the quadriceps muscle to the top of the knee cap.

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