Journal List > J Korean Orthop Assoc > v.35(6) > 1103495

Hahn, Yang, Yi, Chung, and Kwon: Avulsion of Pectoralis Major Tendon: A Case Report

Abstract

Avulsion of the pectoralis major muscle is a rare injury, with only about 20 cases reported in literature. Most cases occur in a younger, more athletic population. The object of this paper is to report our experience of a complete avulsion of the pectoralis major muscle from the insertion site of the proximal humerus and we obtained excellent result with immediate surgical repair and rehabilitation.

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