Intra-operative ultrasound: does it improve the results of percutaneous repair of acute Achilles tendon rupture?

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Percutaneous repair is a good option for acute Achilles tendon rupture. Although it overcomes the complications of open technique, it carries the risk of sural nerve injury and inadequate repair. In this study, we explore if the use of intra-operative ultrasound with percutaneous technique has any advantageous effect on final results of repair.

Methods

This is a prospective randomized study done between May 2014 and December 2020. It included 91 patients with complete acute Achilles tendon rupture distributed in 2 groups with homogenous clinical and demographic data. Group A (n = 47) included those managed by percutaneous repair with assistant of an intra-operative ultrasound. Group B (n = 44) included those done without the assistant of ultrasound. Post-operative ev

SUBMITTER: Samy AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9532319 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature