Neglected ruptures of the Achilles tendon

Foot Ankle Clin. 2005 Jun;10(2):357-70. doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2005.01.009.

Abstract

Neglected Achilles tendon ruptures, although uncommon, are debilitating injuries. The optimal management is surgical. Many different techniques can be used to repair or reconstruct the rupture, including tendo-Achilles advancement or flap reconstruction; local tendon transfer; and autologous, autograft, or synthetic implantation. Comparison of different techniques is difficult.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Achilles Tendon / injuries*
  • Achilles Tendon / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Rupture
  • Surgical Flaps
  • Tendon Injuries / classification
  • Tendon Injuries / diagnosis
  • Tendon Injuries / surgery
  • Tendon Injuries / therapy
  • Time Factors