Bilateral partial rupture of triceps tendon - Case report and quantitative assessment of recovery

We describe what we believe to be the only reported case of simultaneous bilateral triceps tendon rupture in a healthy patient. We could find no other reported quantitative assessments of recovery after conservative management of partial triceps tendon ruptures. We hope, therefore, that this case report may help address the question of whether such injuries should be managed in a conservative or operative manner. This report describes the role of repeat imaging to exclude early progression to complete rupture in triceps tendon injuries. Where complete rupture is demonstrated, we agree with other authors that operative repair is indicated.