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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 98-B, Issue SUPP_7 | Pages 14 - 14
1 May 2016
Alcelik I Diana G Loster N Budgen A
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Purpose

The minimally invasive surgery (MIS) approach has been popularised as an alternative to the standard open approach in acute Achilles tendon ruptures. Advocates of this technique suggest earlier functional recovery, due to less injury to the surrounding tissues. However, the critics argue that due to the reduced exposure risk and complications of such surgery are higher in comparison to the open technique.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised and prospective studies were conducted to compare the MIS and open surgery in acute Achilles tendon ruptures.