Fig. 3From: Modified gastro-soleus turn-down flap for chronic or neglected achilles tendon rupturesA Achilles tendon debridement. B Removal of degenerated tissue present between torn tendons end & measure the defect length C Turndown flap from the proximal stump leaving its distal end intact. D Rotation of flap 180° on itself. E Suturing of flap graft into the distal intact tendon stump and proximal into gastrocnemius defect F closure of the woundBack to article page