Achilles Tendon Tear

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A short description of the anatomy and function of the Achilles Tendon. In this material Dr Clayton Lane is demonstarting an open surgery of a Achilles Tendon Tear. The ends of the torn tendon are surgically exposed and sutures are used to tie the ends together. In case of a huge tissue loss allograft is added. Collagen matrix(allograft) is used to support repair and reinforce it.

tags: achilles tendon tear achilles tendon rupture Orthopedics Surgery


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