title: Orthopedic pitfalls in the ED: Achilles tendon rupture.
abstract: Achilles tendon rupture is a relatively uncommon occurrence in a general ED population. The history can be subtle, and physical findings may not be clear-cut. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of these injuries, however, is important to improved clinical outcome. The emergency physician needs to remain vigilant for this diagnosis to avoid this orthopedic pitfall. This review article examines the clinical presentation, diagnostic technique, and management options applicable to the emergency physician in the treatment of Achilles tendon rupture.
authors.affiliation: Temple University Hospital and School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
authors.forename: Jacob
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Ufberg
authors.forename: Richard A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Harrigan
authors.forename: Thomas
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Cruz
authors.forename: Andrew D
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Perron
mesh_terms: D000125:Achilles Tendon / Q000293:injuries*; D000328:Adult; D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012421:Rupture; D012422:Rupture, Spontaneous; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000175:diagnosis