anatol j fm. 2024; 7(1): 34-36 | DOI: 10.5505/anatoljfm.2024.17894
Achilles Tendon Rupture in a Patient Presenting with Pain in the Ankle: A Case Report
Gülşah Onur, Halise Keçik Özcan, Fahri Acar, Hilal Aksoy, Duygu Ayhan BaşerDepartment of Family Medicine, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Türkiye
Achilles tendon rupture is the most common tendon rupture of the lower extremity. Lower extremity and foot pains are frequently among the complaints of patients who apply to the primary care unit. In this case report, we wanted to explain Achilles tendon rupture, which can also be encountered in primary care and should be considered among the differential diagnoses.
Keywords: Achilles tendon, family practice, mobility limitation, rupture
Gülşah Onur, Halise Keçik Özcan, Fahri Acar, Hilal Aksoy, Duygu Ayhan Başer. Achilles Tendon Rupture in a Patient Presenting with Pain in the Ankle: A Case Report. anatol j fm. 2024; 7(1): 34-36
Corresponding Author: Hilal Aksoy, Türkiye
Manuscript Language: English