Peer-Reviewed Literature
Ultrasound-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achilles Tendon Rupture:
Preliminary Results
Chen-Chie Wang, MD, PhD; Pei-Yu Chen, MD; Ting-Ming Wang, MD PhD; Chung-Li Wang, MD, PhD
The study reports on ultrasound-guided MIS for Achilles rupture. This technique resulted in a smaller wound and significantly fewer complications compared to traditional open repair.
Ultrasonography-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achilles Sleeve Avulsions
Chi-Yuan Liu, MD; Tsung-Chiao Wu, MD; Kai-Chiang Yang, PhD;
Yi-Chen Li, MD; Chen-Chie Wang, MD, PhD
This study introduces the ultrasound-guided MIS for Achilles sleeve avulsions. Using a small 1.5 cm wound, the technique achieved strong functional outcomes, with the average AOFAS score reaching 97.1 at two years.
Ultrasound-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgical Resection of Retrocalcaneal
Bursitis: A Preliminary Comparison With Traditional Open Surgery
Chung-Li Wang, MD, PhD; Pei-Yu Chen, MD, PhD; Kai-Chiang Yang, PhD; Hsing-Cheng Wu, MD; Chen-Chie Wang, MD, PhD
This study presents the ultrasound-guided MIS for retrocalcaneal bursitis. It showed a shorter operative time and better early AOFAS pain/total scores compared to open surgery.
Current Treatment Concepts for Achilles Tendon Rupture
Chen‐Chie Wang, MD; Pei‐Yu Chen, MD, PhD; Kai‐Chiang Yang, PhD; Chung‐Li Wang, MD; Ing‐Ho Chen, MD
This paper reviews the evolution and current treatment options for acute Achilles tendon rupture. It compares traditional open and various MIS approaches, highlighting the benefits of ultrasound-guided MIS for achieving strong functional results with minimal complications.