Achilles Tendon Rupture: Double the Trouble

Authors

  • Wafiuddin Ahmad
  • Ahmad Faizal Roslan
  • Faisal Amir
  • Khairul Nizam Siron

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v18i2.608

Abstract

Introduction: Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body . Achilles tendon rupture is a debilitating ankle injury especially among the athletes. We would like to highlight an unusual case of acute dual-level injuries of the Achilles tendon. Case report: A 30-year-old footballer presented with left ankle injury during a football tournament. Examination revealed tenderness at posterior left heel, palpable gap at Achilles tendon region and positive Thompson test. Radiological assessment showed dual-level injuries of the Achilles tendon-proximally was a rupture at musculotendinous junction and distally was an avulsion calcaneal fracture. We performed a mini-open approach Achilles tendon reconstruction for this patient. First, we reconstructed the distal avulsion calcaneal fracture using double row anchor sutures technique. Next, we repaired the proximal ruptured Achilles tendon using percutaneous Achilles reconstruction system (PARS) from Arthrex. Postoperatively, patient was put on functional rehabilitation protocol. At present, patient recovers well and regains back the Achilles tendon function. In conclusion, segmental Achilles tendon injury is rare and its surgical treatment can be challenging and must be well-planned.

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Published

15.01.2020

How to Cite

Ahmad, W., Roslan, A. F. ., Amir, F. ., & Siron, . K. N. . (2020). Achilles Tendon Rupture: Double the Trouble . IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia, 18(3). https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v18i2.608

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