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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Sports Medicine
    • Musculoskeletal Research

    Background:

    • Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is increasingly adopted for acute Achilles tendon repair as an alternative to open surgery.
    • Proponents cite potential for faster functional recovery due to reduced soft tissue trauma.
    • Concerns exist regarding higher complication rates with MIS due to limited surgical exposure compared to open techniques.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To systematically compare the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) versus open surgery for acute Achilles tendon ruptures.
    • To evaluate key outcomes including re-rupture rates, postoperative complications, and return to sport timelines.

    Main Methods:

    • A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized, prospective studies.
    • Included 13 studies encompassing a total of 854 patients undergoing either MIS or open repair for acute Achilles tendon ruptures.
    • Statistical analysis was performed to compare outcomes between the two surgical approaches.

    Main Results:

    • No significant difference in re-rupture rates between MIS and open surgery groups (P = 0.43).
    • Significantly fewer postoperative complications were observed in the MIS group compared to the open surgery group (P < .00001).
    • Similar rates of sural nerve injury and return to sport were noted between the MIS and open surgery cohorts.

    Conclusions:

    • Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for acute Achilles tendon ruptures demonstrates comparable re-rupture rates and return to sport times to open surgery.
    • MIS is associated with a significant reduction in postoperative complications, suggesting an improved safety profile.
    • The findings support MIS as a viable and potentially safer alternative for the surgical management of acute Achilles tendon ruptures.