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Case Reports
. 1994;113(6):351-2.
doi: 10.1007/BF00426188.

Tear of the biceps femoris tendon

A David  1 , J Buchholz, G Muhr
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Case Reports

Tear of the biceps femoris tendon

A David et al. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 1994.

Abstract

The clinical and operative findings of an isolated rupture of the biceps femoris tendon are described. The immediate suture and the initial postoperative treatment with a knee brace limiting extension to 20 degrees and flexion to 70 degrees resulted in a free range of motion and full activity of the biceps femoris.

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