Tissue expansion for repair of severely complicated Achilles tendon ruptures.
We report on two patients with severely complicated Achilles tendon ruptures (ATR), including re-rupture, postoperative deep infection and subsequent tissue loss. Tissue expansion was used to facilitate tendon reconstruction and to ensure good healing potential with skin closure without tension. Tissue expansion is a valid option in patients with complicated ATR. The outcome for the two patients described here was good, with improved function and no major complications.
Möller
M
M
Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Ostra, Göteborg, Sweden. michael.moller@swipnet.se
Karlsson
J
J
Lind
K
K
Mark
H
H
Fogdestam
I
I
D000125:Achilles Tendon / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D012421:Rupture; D015626:Tissue Expansion; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000601:surgery