| Literature DB >> 24014791 |
Maria Stavrou1, Andreas Seraphim, Nawfal Al-Hadithy, Simon C Mordecai.
Abstract
Treatment for Achilles tendon ruptures in athletes is controversial. Surgical fixation has lower rates of re-rupture and confers increased strength and function, whereas conservative treatment has lower risks of wound complications. We review the literature on the optimal treatment for Achilles tendon rupture in athletes.Entities:
Keywords: Achilles tendon; athletes
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Year: 2013 PMID: 24014791 DOI: 10.1177/230949901302100224
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) ISSN: 1022-5536 Impact factor: 1.118