Latissimus dorsi muscle rupture

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Chest trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male

A complete tear of latissimus dorsi muscle associated with fluid collection measuring about 80*95*110 mm is present on the left side.

Case Discussion

Regarding the imaging findings, acute complete rupture of the left latissimus dorsi is the main diagnosis.

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