Simultaneous Bilateral Latissimus Dorsi Tendon Ruptures: A Case Report.

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Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Published: October 2021

Case: We report a case of a 55-year-old man who sustained bilateral, complete latissimus dorsi tendon ruptures during a water-skiing accident. Physical examination and magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the patient's diagnosis but also revealed a tear of the teres major on the left side. Staged primary repair was performed on each side, with a 6-week interval between procedures. At 1-year follow-up, the patient had an excellent clinical outcome.

Conclusion: Staged surgical repair of bilateral latissimus dorsi tendon ruptures can be performed, leading to excellent clinical and functional outcomes for patients.

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