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Reconstruction for Neglected Achilles Tendon Rupture: the Modified Bosworth Technique

Yih-Shiunn Lee, Chien‐Chung Lin, Cheng-Nan Chen, Shih-Hao Chen, Wen-Yun Liao, Chien-Rae Huang

Orthopedics · 2005 · 44 citations · 17 references

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Abstract

The modified Bosworth technique, a reconstructive procedure for the treatment of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures, resolves the problem of the shorter gastrosoleus aponeurosis.

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