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Metasynchronous bilateral Achilles tendon rupture.

Timothy Hayes1, Damian McClelland, Nicola Maffulli

  • 1Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Keele University School of Medicine, Hartshill, Thornburrow Drive, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom, ST4 7QB.

Bulletin (Hospital for Joint Diseases (New York, N.Y.))
|May 26, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Bilateral Achilles tendon ruptures are rare. This case study details a 33-year-old female treated successfully with a percutaneous technique, returning to normal activities within six months.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries.
  • Bilateral ruptures, occurring simultaneously or in close succession, are exceptionally rare.

Observation:

  • A 33-year-old female presented with metasynchronous bilateral Achilles tendon ruptures.
  • No apparent predisposing factors were identified in this patient.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent successful treatment using a percutaneous technique for both Achilles tendons.
  • Full recovery and return to normal activities were achieved within six months post-surgery.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the successful management of a rare bilateral Achilles tendon rupture.

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  • Percutaneous repair offers a viable and effective treatment option for such injuries.