Spontaneous rupture of Achilles tendon is observed in patients with tumors, metabolic
disorders, infections and systemic diseases. Fluoroquinolones may cause tendinopathies. In
addition, spontaneous rupture uncommonly occurs in Cushing's syndrome. We report a case
of Cushing's disease revealed by recurrent rupture of Achilles tendon. Tendon tears are
described in patients receiving long-term steroid treatment, probably via a mechanism
similar to that one occurring in Cushing's syndrome. Although exceptional, this diagnosis …