Achilles tendon reconstruction using a biosynthetic graft: a case report

A 56-year-old male was admitted to an outpatient clinic five months after feeling a snap in his right heel while walking the yard. Clinical and imaging evaluation demonstrated discontinuity of Achilles tendon (AT). The measured gap between insertion proximal stump 13cm. patient underwent reconstruction using bio-absorbable synthetic graft associated with Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL) transfer. Good functional outcomes were noted. biosynthetic flexible band proved feasible for massive defects by inserting biological scaffold native healing, improving postoperative recovery strength. Level Evidence V; Therapeutic Studies; Expert Opinion.