Surgery for an Achilles tendon rupture

References

Citations

  1. Wong J, et al. (2002). Quantitative review of operative and nonoperative management of Achilles tendon ruptures. American Journal of Sports Medicine, 30(4): 565–575.


Author: Kathe Gallagher, MSWLast Updated: January 30, 2007
Medical Review: Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Nicola Maffulli, MD, PhD - Orthopedics

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 Surgery Overview
 What To Expect After Surgery
 Why It Is Done
 How Well It Works
 Risks
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