Percutaneous Achilles Repair With High-Strength Suture Tape Augmentation: A Technical Note

Percutaneous Achilles Repair With High-Strength Suture Tape Augmentation: A Technical Note

Achilles injuries have increased in prevalence, most commonly occurring in middle-aged adults who participate in sports and recreational activities. Minimally invasive repair techniques continue to gain popularity as an alternative to the classically performed open Achilles tendon repair. This Techn...

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Main Authors: Patrick Waldron, D.O., Ethan Vallellanes, B.A., Lucas Voyvodic, B.S., David Han, B.S., Sydney Solis, B.S., Ravleen Kang, B.S., Patrick J. McGahan, M.D., James L. Chen, M.D., M.P.H., Ajith Malige, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-05-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628724005383
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Summary:Achilles injuries have increased in prevalence, most commonly occurring in middle-aged adults who participate in sports and recreational activities. Minimally invasive repair techniques continue to gain popularity as an alternative to the classically performed open Achilles tendon repair. This Technical Note uses the minimally invasive Percutaneous Achilles Repair System (PARS; Arthrex) with an InternalBrace to repair a midsubstance Achilles tendon tear. We describe an effective and reproducible technique to be used on active individuals and athletes at all ages and skill levels.
ISSN:2212-6287

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