Abstract
A case of a concomitant rupture of the Achilles tendon and superior peroneal retinaculum
is presented. This combination of injuries has only been reported once in the available
literature. The intraoperative findings revealed a mid-substance failure of the superficial
peroneal retinaculum, which is also a rare finding. It is suggested that mid-substance
failure of this structure be included within the existing classification scheme for
superficial peroneal retinacular tears. The authors also discuss the probable pathoanatomical
features of these combined injuries and a proposed mechanism of injury.
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Published online: November 11, 2009
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