Argueta Victor H, Saenz Daniela, Ardebol Javier
Department of Medical Research, Universidad Francisco Marroquín, 6ta calle final zona 10, Guatemala City 01010, Guatemala.
J Surg Case Rep. 2024 Jul 6;2024(7):rjae443. doi: 10.1093/jscr/rjae443. eCollection 2024 Jul.
Triceps tendon ruptures are rare but significant injuries that impair upper extremity function. Despite their infrequency, recognizing this condition is crucial due to its severe impact on arm movement and strength. Patients typically present with posterior elbow pain, swelling, and bruising.This report details a complete triceps tendon rupture in a 34-year-old male following trauma. The patient exhibited classic symptoms: posterior elbow pain, significant swelling, and visible bruising, initially suggesting a severe soft tissue injury. Clinical examination and imaging confirmed a complete triceps tendon rupture. This case highlights the importance of considering triceps tendon rupture in patients with similar symptoms, particularly after trauma. Early recognition and accurate diagnosis are essential for timely surgical intervention, significantly improving functional recovery. Delayed diagnosis and treatment can lead to prolonged disability and poor outcomes, emphasizing the need for heightened awareness among healthcare providers regarding this rare but serious injury.
肱三头肌腱断裂虽罕见但后果严重，会损害上肢功能。尽管其发生率低，但鉴于其对手臂运动和力量的严重影响，识别这种情况至关重要。患者通常表现为肘后部疼痛、肿胀和瘀斑。本报告详细介绍了一名34岁男性在创伤后发生的完全性肱三头肌腱断裂。患者表现出典型症状：肘后部疼痛、明显肿胀和可见瘀斑，最初提示严重软组织损伤。临床检查和影像学检查证实为完全性肱三头肌腱断裂。该病例强调了在有类似症状的患者中，尤其是创伤后，考虑肱三头肌腱断裂的重要性。早期识别和准确诊断对于及时进行手术干预至关重要，可显著改善功能恢复。延迟诊断和治疗会导致长期残疾和不良后果，这凸显了医疗保健提供者对这种罕见但严重损伤提高认识的必要性。
