Bin Saleem Saud
Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group.
Orthop Rev (Pavia). 2024 Oct 30;16:124421. doi: 10.52965/001c.124421. eCollection 2024.
The rectus femoris is a principal muscle in the quadriceps muscle group. It plays a major role in flexion of the hip and extension of the knee joint and works as an important dynamic stabilizer for both joints. This case report details the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of a high-grade rectus femoris tear in a young physically active patient. Furthermore, we detail the mechanism of injury, clinical signs, and symptoms, in addition to images and findings used to confirm the diagnosis. Different treatment approaches are highlighted. The outcomes of conservative management in comparison with surgical intervention is explored in the literature. The aim of this case study was to contribute more to the understanding of rectus femoris tears and to shed light on various aspects associated with this rare injury.
股直肌是股四头肌肌群中的主要肌肉。它在髋关节屈曲和膝关节伸展中起主要作用，并且是这两个关节重要的动态稳定器。本病例报告详细介绍了一名身体活跃的年轻患者的股直肌高位撕裂的表现、诊断和治疗。此外，除了用于确诊的影像和检查结果外，我们还详细阐述了损伤机制、临床体征和症状。文中强调了不同的治疗方法。文献中探讨了保守治疗与手术干预的效果对比。本病例研究的目的是进一步增进对股直肌撕裂的理解，并阐明与这种罕见损伤相关的各个方面。
