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Ossification of the Achilles tendon: a case report
M Hatori1, A Kita, Y Hashimoto
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tohoku University School of Medicine, Sendai, Japan.
Foot & Ankle International
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Ossification of the Achilles tendon is rare. This case study details surgical treatment and microscopic findings of bone formation in bilateral Achilles tendons, offering insights into this uncommon condition.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Musculoskeletal System
- Pathology
Background:
- Ossification of the Achilles tendon is an infrequent clinical finding.
- This condition can cause discomfort and affect mobility.