Chronic Achilles Rupture Reconstructed with Achilles Tendon Allograft: A Case Report

Abstract Chronic ruptures of the Achilles tendon are more difficult to treat than acute tendon rupture. It has been shown that surgical treatment of chronic Achilles tendon rupture provides better functional results than nonoperative treatment. We present a case of neglected Achilles tendon rupture...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Journal of foot and ankle surgery 2013, Vol.52 (1), p.95-98
Hauptverfasser: Cienfuegos, Alejandro, Holgado, María Isabel, Díaz del Río, Juana M., MD, González Herranz, Jesús, MD, PhD, Lara Bullón, José, MD
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract Chronic ruptures of the Achilles tendon are more difficult to treat than acute tendon rupture. It has been shown that surgical treatment of chronic Achilles tendon rupture provides better functional results than nonoperative treatment. We present a case of neglected Achilles tendon rupture with a 12-cm defect that was repaired using an Achilles tendon allograft with interferential screws to fix the graft in the calcaneus. The patient recovered his ankle function to normal activities after rehabilitation.
ISSN:1067-2516
1542-2224
DOI:10.1053/j.jfas.2012.06.006