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Spontaneous rupture of the biceps femoris

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A case is reported of spontaneous rupture of the biceps femoris muscle, a hitherto undescribed condition. A characteristic history is discussed and a new clinical sign described.

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  1. St. Laurence's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland

    F. McGoldrick MB, FRCS Irl & J. Colville

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  1. F. McGoldrick MB, FRCS Irl
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McGoldrick, F., Colville, J. Spontaneous rupture of the biceps femoris. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 109, 234 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00453149

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