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Achilles Tendon Rupture.

Mark Bullock1, Zachary Pierson2

  • 1Department of Orthopedics, Covenant Healthcare, Saginaw, MI, USA; Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Central Michigan University, Saginaw, MI, USA.

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This review compares nonoperative, open repair, and minimally invasive repair for Achilles tendon ruptures, discussing preferred treatment protocols and techniques for optimal patient outcomes.

Keywords:
AchillesChronic ruptureMinimally invasivePercutaneousRepairRuptureTendon

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Musculoskeletal Research

Background:

  • Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries.
  • Treatment options include nonoperative management, open repair, and minimally invasive repair.
  • Evidence-based comparisons are crucial for guiding clinical decisions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current literature comparing treatment options for Achilles tendon ruptures.
  • To present preferred protocols for nonoperative treatment.
  • To detail preferred techniques for open and chronic Achilles repair.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of high-level studies.
  • Synthesis of evidence comparing nonoperative, open, and minimally invasive repair.
  • Discussion of established and novel surgical techniques.

Main Results:

  • Comparative analysis of functional outcomes, complication rates, and patient satisfaction across treatment modalities.
  • Identification of optimal nonoperative management strategies.
  • Evaluation of the efficacy of different open and minimally invasive surgical approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Nonoperative treatment offers a viable option with specific protocols.
  • Open repair remains a standard for certain Achilles tendon ruptures.
  • Minimally invasive techniques present evolving alternatives with potential benefits.