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. 1988 Sep;70(5):280-1.

Posterior tibial tendon rupture--a brief report

S C Chen  1
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Posterior tibial tendon rupture--a brief report

S C Chen. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 1988 Sep.

Abstract

This brief report highlights the rarity of a posterior tibial tendon rupture, the problem of a progressive painful pes planus if the diagnosis is missed, and full return to sporting activities if treated early by surgical repair.

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