[Simultaneous bilateral Achilles tendon rupture following minor trauma on steroid treatment--a case report]

The case of a bilateral simultaneous achilles tendon rupture under steroid therapy is reported in a 69 years old patient. The diagnosis includes clinical investigation, MRI, ultrasound and histological investigation. The steroid therapy was indicated because of a rheumatoid disease and pain in the shoulder. The cause of the influence of the steroid therapy as well as the literature supporting to this cases is discussed. Both achilles tendons were reconstructed in one operation.