Treatment of chronic Achilles tendon rupture by use of allogeneic tendon
Journal: Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi = Zhongguo Xiufu Chongjian Waike Zazhi = Chinese Journal Of Reparative And Reconstructive Surgery
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Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the clinical result of allogeneic tendon in treatment of chronic Achilles tendon rupture.
Methods: From July 1996 to November 2000, 6 cases of chronic Achilles tendon rupture were treated by use of allogeneic flexor tendon to repair Achilles tendon with Bosworth way. Five cases were followed up 27-53 months with an average of 38.5 months.
Results: According to Arner-Lindholm criteria for curative result, the result was excellent in 1 case and good in 4 cases.
Conclusions: Allogeneic tendon in repair of chronic Achilles tendon is effective. It can avoid the injury and complication caused by autograft.
Authors
Qing Chang, Xunwu Huang, Changyong Guan
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