Repair of ruptured Achilles tendon
What the Anesthesiologist Should Know before the Operative Procedure? Spontaneous Achilles tendon rupture generally occurs in young or middle-aged male athletes engaged in recreational sport activity, the so-called “weekend warrior.” Less commonly, rupture may also occur in older nonathletes. Management of Achilles tendon rupture is controversial. Surgical repair (open or percutaneous) is generally recommended for…
