Neglected rupture of the Achilles tendon. Treatment by V-Y tendinous flap
- 1 March 1975
- journal article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
- Vol. 57 (2) , 253-255
- https://doi.org/10.2106/00004623-197557020-00019
Abstract
A method is described that achieves end-to-end anastomosis of ruptures of the Achilles tendon. A sliding tendinous flap is developed over the proximal portion of the tendon by making an inverted V incision which is then repaired in a Y fashion. The procedure is recommended for patients with neglected ruptures of the Achilles tendon in which end-to-end anastomosis is otherwise impossible.Keywords
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