Knotless Reconstruction of Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures With <3-cm Defects: Technique Tip.
Foot Ankle Orthop
; 6(4): 24730114211050565, 2021 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
Chronic Achilles tendon ruptures can result in tendon lengthening and significant functional deficits including gait abnormalities and diminished push-off strength. Surgical intervention is typically required to restore Achilles tension and improve ankle plantarflexion strength. A variety of surgical reconstruction techniques exist depending on the size of the defect and amount of associated tendinosis. For smaller tendon defects 2 to 3 cm in size, primary end-to-end repair using an open incision and multiple locking sutures is an established technique. However, a longer skin incision and increased soft tissue dissection is required, and failure at the suture-tendon interface has been reported that can result in postoperative tendon elongation and persistent weakness. In this report, we describe a novel technique to reconstruct chronic midsubstance Achilles tendon ruptures using a small incision with knotless repair of the tendon secured directly to the calcaneus. This technique minimizes wound healing complications, increases construct fixation strength, and allows for early range of motion and rehabilitation. Level of Evidence Level V, Expert Opinion.
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Foot Ankle Orthop
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2021
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