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Gastrocnemius Musculotendinous Rupture: A Condition Confused With Thrombophlebitis

Authors: JAMES G. McCLURE MD

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Over a 24-year interval I have seen 22 cases of rupture of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle where it inserts into the soleus aponeurosis. The rupture may result in a swelling that is easily confused with thrombophlebitis and result in unnecessary hospitalization and anticoagulant therapy with its attendant expense and possible complications. The process is selflimiting and heals without sequelae in three to six weeks.

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