Successful restoration of failed Achilles tendon surgery with semitendinosus and gracilis tendon graft: a case report
Yu-Tun Hung,
Elaheh Alizargar,
Javad Alizargar
et al.
Abstract:ObjectiveThis case presentation aims to highlight the challenges and outcomes associated with a partial tear of the Achilles tendon (AT) in an elite marathon runner. The objective was to restore tendon anatomy and optimize strength recovery through surgical intervention.MethodWe present the case of a marathon runner who suffered a partial AT tear and underwent an initial surgery that failed. A revision surgery was then performed using a semitendinosus and gracilis tendon graft.ResultsThe patient underwent surg… Show more
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