Isolated Rectus Femoris Rupture with Ipsilateral Femoroacetabular Impingement in a Collegiate Track Athlete: A Case...

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Injuries

Background:

• Quadriceps ruptures, particularly isolated rectus femoris tendon ruptures, are rare in young, healthy individuals.
• Persistent pain and dysfunction can occur despite non-operative management for these injuries.

Observation:

• An 18-year-old collegiate sprinter presented with a rectus femoris tendon rupture, femoroacetabular impingement, and a labrum tear.
• Non-operative management failed to alleviate the patient's significant pain and functional limitations.

Findings:

• The patient underwent surgical repair of the rectus femoris rupture using an Achilles allograft.
• Arthroscopic labrum fixation and femoroplasty were performed concurrently.
• Post-surgery, the patient returned to sport with improved mobility and reduced pain.

Implications:

• Surgical reconstruction of rectus femoris tendon ruptures with Achilles allograft is an effective treatment option.
• This approach can successfully treat combined rectus femoris ruptures with femoroacetabular impingement and labrum tears.
• Operative intervention can lead to successful return to sport for young athletes with complex quadriceps injuries.