Simultaneous bilateral biceps tendon rupture: a case report with practical sonographic diagnosis

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Radiology
• Musculoskeletal Imaging

Background:

• Simultaneous bilateral complete biceps tendon rupture is a rare condition.
• Diagnostic imaging for biceps tendon rupture has shifted towards magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
• Musculoskeletal sonography is increasingly utilized in clinical practice.

Observation:

• The authors report a unique case of simultaneous bilateral complete biceps tendon rupture.
• Diagnosis was established using fundamental sonographic findings.
• This highlights the utility of ultrasound in identifying complex tendon injuries.

Findings:

• Sonography effectively identified the complete tears in both biceps tendons.
• Fundamental sonographic features were key to the diagnosis.
• This supports sonography as a viable imaging modality for biceps tendon injuries.

Implications:

• Sonography can be a reliable method for diagnosing simultaneous bilateral biceps tendon ruptures.
• This case broadens the understanding of diagnostic approaches for rare tendon injuries.
• Clinicians should consider sonography in the evaluation of suspected bilateral biceps tendon pathology.