Derivation and validation of a risk calculator for the prediction of incidence of complications following repair of Achilles Tendon Rupture.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Achilles tendon is the body's strongest and largest tendon. It is commonly injured, particularly among athletes, accounting for a significant portion of serious tendon injuries. Several factors play a precipitating role in increasing the risk of these injuries.

Objective

Our objective is to derive and validate a risk calculator for the prediction of incidence of any complication following Achilles tendon repair.

Methods

We used de-identified data from the American College of Surgeons' National Surgical Quality Improvement Project (NSQIP) database from 2005 to 2021. It comprises 7010 individuals who had undergone Achilles tendon rupture repair. Demographic and risk factors information was collected. To develop the calculator, the sample was divided into

SUBMITTER: Hemdanieh M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11340080 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature