Diagnosis and treatment of Achilles tendon rupture.
Achilles tendon ruptures are challenging injuries. The author's intraoperative classification and concomitant reconstructive procedures serve as guidelines for surgeons. The goals of surgical repair are outlined.
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Valley Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons, Renton, Washington, USA.
D000125:Achilles Tendon / Q000293:injuries*; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D012421:Rupture; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery