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Use of Intra-operative Ultrasound During Percutaneous Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
December 2022
Use of Intra-operative Ultrasound During Percutaneous Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Intra-operative ultrasound: does it improve the results of percutaneous repair of acute Achilles tendon rupture?
Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg. 2022 Oct;48(5):4061-4068.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Ninety-one patients with acute Achilles tendon ruptures were randomized to undergo a percutaneous repair with intra-operative ultrasound assistance (n=47) or with ultrasound (n=44). The outcomes of interest included American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores, calf circumference, time to radiographic healing, work, and sport, complications, and intra-operative outcomes. Clinical eval...
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