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Reconstruction of an Achilles tendon defect utilizing an Achilles tendon allograft
Z J Nellas1, B G Loder, S J Wertheimer
1Department of Podiatric Surgery, St. John Hospital-Macomb Center, Harrison Township, Michigan 48045, USA.
Abstract:
Acute ruptures of the Achilles tendon are common. Treatment for such ruptures is well documented. Treatment for chronic ruptures with a significant defect poses a surgical dilemma. The authors present the use of a tendon allograft to replace an Achilles tendon defect with a 2.5-year clinical follow-up inclusive of isokinetic testing.