Presentation
History of a jerk to the left ankle a few days before the presentation. Complaining of Achilles region pain.
Patient Data
Age: 85 years
Gender: Male
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There is a complete tear of the Achilles tendon about 40 mm proximal to its insertion. The defect length is about 34 mm. The tendon distal to the defect shows a normal echopattern. The plantaris tendon is intact.
The asymptomatic side shows a normal Achilles tendon.
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The first intraoperative photo shows a torn Achilles tendon. The second intraoperative photo shows the repaired Achilles tendon.
Case Discussion
The case shows an Achilles tendon tear in an elderly patient. Surgical repair of the tendon was done.
Intraoperative photos courtesy operative surgeon Dr. Ajay I. Patel
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