The surgical learning curve for percutaneous Zadek osteotomy for treatment of insertional achilles tendinopathy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The Zadek Osteotomy has been described as an effective technique for the treatment of insertional Achilles tendinopathy. Recently, this strategy has been modified using minimally invasive techniques. A learning curve has been observed in many minimally invasive procedures in foot and ankle surgery. This retrospective study first intended to evaluate if there is a learning curve associated with the percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy. Further, if a learning curve was observed, we planned to assess the data for associated changes in complications and postoperative outcomes.

Methods

A retrospective analysis of 98 patients who underwent percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy was performed. Patient charts were reviewed for operative times, complications, union rates, and Foot Functio

SUBMITTER: Hall S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11319486 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature