In this review: Nonoperative or Surgical Treatment of Acute Achilles' Tendon Rupture (New England Journal of Medicine - access article via free sign-up)
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Surgery Offers No Advantages in Treatment of Achilles' Ruptures
A study found that both open-repair and minimally invasive procedures resulted in outcomes similar to nonsurgical treatment.
Date: Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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Date: April 19, 2022
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