Percutaneous repair of acute ruptures tendon calcaneus by the Dresden technique: preliminary results

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate patients diagnosed with acute rupture of the Achilles tendon and who underwent surgery for percutaneous repair using the Dresden technique.Methods: This exploratory study included eight patients diagnosed with acute rupture of the Achilles tendon and who underwent surgery for percutaneous repair using the Dresden technique. All surgeries were performed by the same surgeon. We evaluated complication rates, return to daily activities, and functional results using a post­operative questionnaire. Results: The mean follow­up was 14.6 months. The mean American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score observed after the surgery was 94. We did not observe sural nerve injury or re­rupture. One patient had a superficial wound infection. Conclusion: Repair of acute Achilles tendon ruptures using the Dresden technique showed low rates of complications and promoted excellent functional results in the evaluated group of patients. This approach constitutes a option for treatment of acute Achilles tendon injuries.