Presentation
Presented with the history of elbow trauma due to fall on the ground. Complaining of posterior elbow region swelling and pain.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Triceps tendon tear
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There is diffuse swelling on the posterior aspect of the distal third of arm and the elbow.
From the case:
Triceps tendon tear
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There is a collection with mobile echoes replacing most of the triceps tendon insertion site at olecranon process of the ulna. Torn end of the tendon is retracted for about 36 mm. Few lateral fibers of triceps tendon are intact.
Case Discussion
An elderly male had fallen on the ground followed by diffuse swelling on the posterior aspect of the elbow. Ultrasound shows triceps brachii tendon tear.