Surveying the management of Achilles tendon ruptures in the Netherlands:lack of consensus and need for treatment guidelines

PURPOSE: This study aimed to describe and analyse usual care of Achilles tendon ruptures (ATRs) by orthopaedic surgeons and trauma surgeons in the Netherlands. METHODS: A nationwide online survey of ATR management was sent to all consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeons in the Netherlands, requesting participation of those involved in ATR management. Data on individual characteristics and the entire ATR management (from diagnosis to rehabilitation) were gathered. Consensus was defined as ≥ 70% agreement on an answer. RESULTS: A total of 91 responses (70 orthopaedic surgeons and 21 trauma sur... Mehr ...