Bilateral Extensor Mechanism Allograft Reconstruction in Native Knees: A Case Report

JBJS Case Connect. 2022 Jan 26;12(1). doi: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.21.00322.

Abstract

Case: A 66-year-old man presented with chronic bilateral extensor mechanism dysfunction and profound patella baja after failed revision surgery for bilateral quadriceps tendon ruptures. Staged bilateral reconstruction with complete extensor mechanism allograft resulted in excellent two-year satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

Conclusion: Complete extensor mechanism reconstruction can be a successful treatment for chronic quadriceps tendon rupture with profound patella baja.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Allografts
  • Humans
  • Knee Joint / surgery
  • Male
  • Orthopedic Procedures / adverse effects
  • Patellar Ligament* / surgery
  • Reoperation / adverse effects
  • Tendon Injuries* / surgery
  • Transplantation, Homologous / adverse effects