Simultaneous Bilateral Patellar Tendon Ruptures Associated with Osteogenesis Imperfecta / 대한정형외과학회잡지

ABSTRACT

Bilateral patella tendon rupture is rare, particulary when associated with osteogenesis imperfecta. Brittleness of the bone in osteogenenesis imperfect patients may cause this rupture. We report on this rare case and suggest the direct repair with the additional wire loop as a proper treatment option for patients with the substantial rupture of patella tendon.