2023 Annual Meeting Foot & Ankle Access Pass-MIS Achilles Repair: Abandon the Extensile Approach!

MIS Achilles Repair: Abandon the Extensile Approach!

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Kirk McCullough discusses minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair as a superior alternative to traditional open surgery. He highlights that open repair reduces re-rupture risk but has high complication rates affecting healing, especially in athletes. Non-operative and functional rehab methods often result in poor long-term function. Minimally invasive techniques, including percutaneous locked suture systems, offer lower complication rates, better tension management, and earlier return to function. Emphasizing meticulous soft tissue care and proper tensioning is crucial for success. Though not without challenges, minimally invasive repair can restore strength and performance effectively, making it a viable option for Achilles tendon ruptures.

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Kirk A. McCullough, M.D.

Keywords

minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair

open Achilles tendon surgery complications

percutaneous locked suture system

Achilles tendon rupture treatment

functional rehabilitation outcomes