Abstract:Rupture of the triceps tendon is a rare injury, and has been reported as the least common of all tendon injuries. We report 2 cases, reconstructed by use of the fascia of the extensor muscle in the forearm combined with additional free tensor fascia lata tendon graft. The patients were a 43-yearold male and a 18-year-old male complaining of insufficient elbow extension after trauma. They could not extend the elbow against gravity. Surgical exposure revealed a complete rupture of the triceps tendon and a defect… Show more
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