Presentation
Mass sensation along with anterior mid-arm after heavy lifting.
Patient Data
Age: 45 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Biceps brachii long head tendon rupture
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Empty bicipital groove
Retraction of the long head of the biceps brachii towards the elbow
The ruptured tendon forms a convolute at the proximal end of the muscle belly
Some minor hemorrhage at the site of tearing.
Case Discussion
The proximal long head of the biceps brachii tendon rupture with substantial retraction/separation associated with the popeye sign at midarm level on clinical examination.
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