Modified Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Lengthening by Triple Hemisection for Achilles Tendon Contracture
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DOI: 10.1155/2019/1491796
Abstract: Background Both percutaneous Achilles tendon lengthening by triple hemisection and the traditional open Z-lengthening are effective methods for Achilles tendon contracture. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of this new therapeutic method,… read more here.
Keywords: tendon lengthening; group; achilles tendon; percutaneous achilles ... See more keywords
Muscular involvement and tendon contracture in limb-girdle muscular dystrophy 2Y: a mild adult phenotype and literature review
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DOI: 10.1186/s12891-020-03616-4
Abstract: Background Limb girdle muscular dystrophy type 2Y (LGMD2Y) is a rare subgroup of limb girdle muscular dystrophy featuring limb-girdle weakness, tendon contracture and cardiac involvement. It is caused by the mutation of TOR1AIP1, which encodes… read more here.
Keywords: limb; limb girdle; muscular dystrophy; tendon contracture ... See more keywords