Achilles Tendon Problems
References
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Beeharry D, et al. (2005). Familial hypercholesterolaemia commonly presents with Achilles tenosynovitis. Annals of Rheumatic Disease, 65: 312–315.
Van der Linden PD, et al. (2003). Increased risk of Achilles tendon rupture with quinolone antibacterial use, especially in elderly patients taking oral corticosteroids. Archives of Internal Medicine, 163(15): 1801–1807.
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Other Works Consulted
Haji A, et al. (2004). Percutaneous versus open tendo Achilles repair. Foot and Ankle International, 25(4): 215–218.
Khan RJ, et al. (2006). Interventions for treating acute Achilles tendon ruptures. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (1). Oxford: Update Software.
Schepsis AA, et al. (2002). Achilles tendon disorders in athletes. American Journal of Sports Medicine, 30(2): 287–305.
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| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW | Last Updated: January 30, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine Nicola Maffulli, MD, PhD - Orthopedics | |
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