Salvage Mini-Open Achilles Tendon Repair Using the Percutaneous Achilles Repair System (PARS): A Technical Tip

Cureus 2026 Open access

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Authors: Sarah Oyadomari, Andrew R. Hsu, Naudereh B. Noori
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.102742
Cited by: 1
References: 7

Abstract

Minimally invasive surgical repair options for mid-substance Achilles tendon ruptures may pose some limitations in regard to complex tear patterns or poor overall tendon quality. We have encountered cases where percutaneously passed sutures with the help of a targeting device fail to adequately capture the proximal tendon stump. In this technical report, we report a salvage technique for such cases that prevents the need for conversion to an extensile open approach, relying on smaller mini-open incisions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Tendon Structure and Treatment Shoulder Injury and Treatment Foot and Ankle Surgery

Publication details

Journal / source
Cureus
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
18
Issue
1
Pages
e102742–e102742
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN