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Acute partial rupture of the common extensor tendon.
G Kachrimanis1, O Papadopoulou
1Section of Radiology, Evangelismos Hospital, Athens, Greece.
Journal of Ultrasound
|February 12, 2013
Summary
Corticosteroid injections may contribute to common extensor tendon ruptures, a frequent elbow injury. Ultrasound effectively diagnosed and monitored the healing of this tendon injury, highlighting its diagnostic value.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Radiology
Background:
- Common extensor tendon rupture is the most frequent acute elbow tendon injury.
- Tendinopathy from functional overload can precede tendon rupture.
- Corticosteroid injections are sometimes used to treat tendinopathy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of common extensor tendon rupture following corticosteroid injections.
- To evaluate the diagnostic utility of ultrasound in elbow tendon injuries.
- To emphasize the potential role of steroid injections in tendon rupture.
Main Methods:
- Clinical assessment of elbow pain and function.
- Diagnosis confirmed by ultrasound (US) examination.
- Serial US follow-up to monitor tendon healing.
Main Results:
- A patient with common extensor tendinopathy received corticosteroid injections.
- The patient subsequently experienced a partial tendon rupture during sports.
- Ultrasound confirmed the rupture and showed complete healing over time.
Conclusions:
- Corticosteroid injections may be a contributing factor in common extensor tendon ruptures.
- Ultrasound is a sensitive and specific tool for diagnosing elbow tendon pathologies.
- Early diagnosis and monitoring with ultrasound aid in managing tendon injuries.
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