What is Achilles' tendon repair operation?
Achilles' tendon repair is used when partial or complete tears or rupture of Achilles tendon and other treatments are not suitable. This type of surgery is designed to reconnect Achilles tendon if the tears occur. Two different methods of performing the Achilles tendon repair operation are open surgery, which includes one long cut along the back of the damaged leg and percutaneous surgery, which includes the performance of multiple cuts to complete the procedure instead of one large. This tendon connects the calf muscle with a kacan or the bone of the heel. This tendon is essential for walking, running and jumping. A injury to this nature may occur during physical activity or during a fall, when the forces developed on the tendon are too large, causing rupture. Achilles' tendon rupture is often very painful. At the time of injury, the sudden onset of severe pain, as well as the sound of the crackling. There are also pain, swelling, bruises, stiffness and lack of mobility.
Open operation of Achilles tendon includes a long cut made at the back of the damaged foot to release the cracked tendon. The torn ends of the tendon are cleaned and any dead or damaged tissue is removed. The ends of the tendon are then moved to anatomically correct placement and sewing by a hard, non -absorbable stitch. At this point, it should not be paid to the tendon or under tightening; The free tendon would result in weakness and permanent loss of strength, while a tight tendon would significantly reduce mobility and flexibility, as well as the higher Risk of Rerupture.
Percutaneous surgery Repair Achilles is a procedure that uses more smaller cuts in the injured leg. The doctor uses these smaller slices to reconnect the tendon. The risk of infection seems to be slightly less than the risk of open procedures, but the risk of damage to other important anatomical components of the foot such as SURomo nerve, increases significantly.
If the achill rupture is suspected, either partial or complete, it is necessary for the suffering ankle to immediately immobilize and seek medical attention. If this injury is not treated, it can lead to permanent lack of mobility and strength. If the injured ankle is not immobilized, there is a risk of further injury and complications.