Quadriceps Tendon Rupture on POCUS



50yo M presents with left leg pain that began acutely while playing basketball (awkward landing when shooting the ball). Which of the following would you expect?

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Resolution: Inability to extend leg, in this patient with quadriceps tendon rupture. Depth of injury too deep for achilles tendon rupture.



Labeled Schematic: https://twitter.com/EUSmkh/status/1092826599257501702



Dr. Meghan Herbst @EUSmkh



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