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  1. Open Access 01-12-2024 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Hyperuricemia as an independent risk factor for achilles tendon rupture in male: a case–control study

    Achilles tendon ruptures (ATR) are a common injury associated with exercise, with an incidence ranging from 5 to 50 cases per 100,000 person-years and appearing to be on the rise in recent decades [ 1 – 3 ]. Achilles tendon rupture can severely …

  2. Open Access 01-12-2024 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Modified gastro-soleus turn-down flap for chronic or neglected achilles tendon ruptures

    Achillestendon rupture (ATR) is a somewhat prevalent injury that occurs most frequently in young to middle-aged, active adults between the ages of 30 and 50. In the UK, there is evidence of a second peak occurrence after age 60, but there are …

  3. Open Access 01-12-2024 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Endoscopic peroneus brevis tendon transfer for chronic ruptures of the Achilles tendon: surgical technique

    Chronic Achilles tendon rupture is usually defined as a rupture diagnosed 4–6 weeks after injury. The management of chronic Achilles tendon rupture (CATR) is a topic of hot debate, and no consensus has been achieved. Surgical management of CATR is …

  4. Open Access 01-12-2024 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | ReviewPaper

    Surgical management of chronic Achilles tendon rupture: evidence-based guidelines

    The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body, connecting the muscles of the gastrosoleus complex to the calcaneus [ 1 ]. The Achilles tendon is important to maintain the standing posture, and during walking, running …

  5. Open Access 01-12-2024 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Comparison of percutaneous and open repair of Achilles tendon rupture: results and complications from a single institution

    The Achilles tendon, which is now a well-known eponym for tendo calcanei, is the thickest and strongest tendon in the human body. It is considered a crucial feature of human anatomy and is thought to have played a significant role in human …

  6. 20-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Conservative treatment outcome for Achilles tendon re-rupture occurring in the subacute phase after primary repair

    Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) caused by sudden dorsiflexion of the ankle is a common injury with a rising incidence [ 1 ], often resulting in significant morbidity. According to a recent nationwide study involving 16,830,532 individuals, the …

  7. 26-09-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    The effect of smoking on 30-day complications following primary repair of Achilles tendon ruptures

    The Achilles tendon is the most common tendon rupture of the lower extremity with an incidence of 18 per 100,000 patients annually [ 1 ]. Additionally, with more people participating in sporting activities, Achilles tendon rupture is increasing in …

  8. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Both gastrocnemius aponeurosis flaps and semitendinosus tendon grafts are effective in the treatment of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures – a systematic review

    Medical history and clinical examinations are considered to be sufficient in establishing the diagnosis of an acute Achilles tendon rupture [ 34 , 42 ]. However, occasionally treatment is delayed due to late presentation or misdiagnosis [ 8 , 42 ].

  9. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    iTRAQ-based proteomics reveals potential markers and treatment pathways for acute Achilles tendon rupture

    The Achilles tendon is the strongest and largest tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone, allowing us to stand on our tiptoes while walking, running, or jumping. Despite its strength, the Achilles tendon is also the most common tendon

  10. Open Access 18-10-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Return-to-performance in elite soccer players after Achilles tendon ruptures: a study using a weighted plus/minus metric and matched-control analysis

    Achilles tendon ruptures (ATRs) can have a devastating impact on an elite soccer player’s career. Previous research has shown that a significant portion of athletes suffering from these injuries shows poor sports performance after return-to-play …

  11. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Incision | OriginalPaper

    Percutaneous cruciate repair of ruptured Achilles tendon

    Percutaneous repair is a safe and reliable method to restore continuity after acute Achilles tendon ruptures, with a lower incidence of wound complications compared to open techniques. We describe a novel percutaneous cruciate suture performed …

  12. 14-10-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Differential elongation of the gastrocnemius after Achilles tendon rupture: a novel technique of selective shortening to treat push-off weakness with case series and literature review

    Tendon elongation after Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is a recognised problem [ 5 , 8 , 19 , 25 , 28 , 29 ] leading to weakness of the triceps surae and reduced push-off force during the heel-lift phase of gait [ 18 , 28 , 29 ]. After ATR, the …

  13. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Use of point-of-care ultrasound in a low-resource setting to diagnose Achilles tendon rupture and avulsion fracture of the calcaneal bone

    Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is becoming more prevalent in recent years for evaluating patients presenting with musculoskeletal injuries in the emergency department (ED). POCUS has been utilized to diagnose soft tissue and bony injuries …

  14. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Early satisfactory results of percutaneous repair in neglected achilles tendon rupture

    The Achilles tendon is formed of a tendinous confluence of the soleus and the two heads of the gastrocnemius muscles, and attaches to the calcaneal tuberosity. It is the thickest tendon in the human body (5–7 mm) and can stretch up to 4% before …

  15. 13-05-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Re-ruptures and early outcomes after surgical repair of acute Achilles tendon ruptures: prospective, comparative multicenter study

    Rupture of the Achilles tendon is a relatively common injury, with an incidence of 2.17 per 100 000 person-year in the USA among athletes [ 1 ]. The treatment of acute Achilles tendon ruptures has strong advocates for both conservative treatment …

  16. 28-04-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | ReviewPaper

    Lower re-rupture rates but higher complication rates following surgical versus conservative treatment of acute achilles tendon ruptures: a systematic review of overlapping meta-analyses

    Acute Achilles tendon rupture (AATR) is a common, sports-related musculoskeletal injury, with an incidence of up to 37 per 100,000 per year [ 41 ]. The goal of AATR treatment is to restore the function of the Achilles tendon while reducing any …

  17. 01-05-2021 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Diabetes and treatment with orally administrated corticosteroids negatively affect treatment outcome at follow-up after acute Achilles tendon rupture

    The latest reported incidence of acute Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is 31–35 per 100.000/year with an increasing trend in the past decades [ 13 , 19 ]. The injury causes sick leave and can potentially lead to permanent functional deficits [ 24 …

  18. 03-12-2022 | Patellar Tendon Rupture | ReviewPaper

    Extensor mechanism reconstruction with allograft following total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis of achilles tendon versus extensor mechanism allografts for isolated chronic patellar tendon ruptures

    Extensor mechanism (EM) rupture is a rare but serious complication that accounts for 0.1–2.5% of all complications following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) surgery [ 1 – 3 ]. This condition primarily results in a loss of active knee extension with …

  19. 18-01-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Validity and reliability of the Thai version of the Achilles tendon total rupture score

    Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is the most common tendon rupture in the human body, with an incidence varying from 15 to 55 per 100,000 person-years [ 16 , 20 , 26 , 33 , 37 ]. ATR causes acute pain, decreased muscle strength, physical dysfunction …

  20. Open Access 01-12-2023 | Achilles Tendon Rupture | OriginalPaper

    Comparison between primary repair and augmented repair with gastrocnemius turn-down flap for acute Achilles tendon rupture: a retrospective study with minimum 2-year follow-up

    Acute Achilles tendon rupture is a common form of acute lower-extremity trauma that is particularly prevalent among men aged 30 to 50 years. The incidence of Achilles tendon rupture has increased from 17.3 to 32.3 per 100,000 person-years during …

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