A New Surgical Technique for Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Retrospective Study of 18 Cases.

Background: The optimal treatment for acute closed Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is still controversial. Many grassroots hospitals lack advanced equipment to perform effective minimally invasive surgeries, and open surgeries increase the incidence of complications. Therefore, we have developed a new technique specifically for grassroots hospitals. It involves using oval forceps-assisted minimally invasive suture bridge technology to treat acute closed Achilles tendon ruptures. This technique is easy to perform and has shown good clinical outcomes. Methods: We reviewed the therapeutic effectiveness of using oval forceps-assisted minimally invasive suture bridge technique in the treatment of 18 patients with ATR. All patients were followed up for a minimum of 12 months. Preoperative and postoperative follow-up data were reviewed to analyze the results and evaluate the surgical outcomes. Results: The patients were followed up for 12-16 months [( Conclusion: The use of oval forceps-assisted suture bridge technique for the treatment of acute closed ATR is characterized by its small incision, simple operation, and minimal complications, meeting the requirements for early functional rehabilitation of patients. For grassroots hospitals that receive a large number of patients, the oval forceps-assisted suture bridge technique is a surgical method worth popularizing.