Arthroscopic repair of the triangular fibrocartilage complex using a hypodermic needle: a technical note.

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate short-term clinical and radiological results of extensor carpi radialis longus (ECRL) tendon ball arthroplasty for treatment of late-stage Kienböck's disease. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed data of 19 patients suffering from Kienböck's treated with ECRL tendon ball ar...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Aslantürk O,Ertem K,Ergen E,Köroğlu M

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines recommend combined mechanical and pharmacological prophylaxis to reduce the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery. There is increasing evidence that anti-embolic stockings (AES) have little effect on r...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Patel N,Khakha R,Gibbs J

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Various radiographic measurements that describe humeral head coverage by the acromion and the effect on rotator cuff pathology have been reported. This study aimed to describe and validate a new radiographic measurement, the acromiohumeral centre edge angle (ACEA). METHODS:We compared the ACEA on computed t...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Singleton N,Agius L,Andrews S

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plica syndrome is a pathological condition secondary to inflammation. Plicae around the knee are common and generally asymptomatic. They often are misdiagnosed. The morphology of knee plicae varies; mediopatellar plicae are the most common cause of the plicae syndrome. An intermittent dull pain is the most common symp...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Al-Hadithy N,Gikas P,Mahapatra AM,Dowd G

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the compression and flexural strength of bone cement mixed with 0 ml, 1 ml, or 2 ml of blood. METHODS:High viscosity polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) loaded with or without gentamicin was used. Blood was collected from total knee arthroplasty patients. In the same operating room, one pack of cement eac...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Tan JH,Koh BT,Ramruttun AK,Wang W

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Reconstruction of the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) and biceps femoris tendon following proximal fibula resection is controversial. Postoperative knee instability and peroneal nerve dysfunction affect outcome. This study aimed to determine functional, clinical, and radiological outcomes of patients who unde...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Arikan Y,Misir A,Gur V,Kizkapan TB,Dincel YM,Akman YE

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the tibial articular cartilage and histology of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) in osteoarthritic knees so as to determine predictors of PCL degeneration. METHODS:23 advanced osteoarthritic knees (mean patient age, 61 years) treated with total knee arthroplasty (TKA) were prospectively studie...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Aggarwal AK,Goel A,Radotra BD

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare quality of life, knee function, and physical activity in 33 elderly women with or without early-stage knee osteoarthritis (OA). METHODS:33 Japanese elderly women (mean age, 66 years) with (n=18) or without (n=15) early-stage knee OA symptoms (knee pain and decreased range of motion [ROM]) were recru...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Watanabe H,Urabe K,Takahira N,Ikeda N,Fujita M,Obara S,Hendona T,Aikawa J,Itoman M

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neck manipulation is associated with spinal cord injury. However, occurrence of such cases is infrequent. This article presents a 33-year-old gentleman who sustained acute tetraplegia after neck manipulation. The aim of this case report is to create awareness that vigorous neck manipulation could cause injury to the s...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Ling TH,Zakaria AF,Abdullah AT

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acetabular wedge augmentation is a useful technique and is recommended in situations where cup revision is likely to be excessively difficult. Numerous augmentation designs that improve the stability of the hip are now available in the market. Occasionally, however, these devices are not readily available, particularl...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Kamath S,Campbell AC

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of preoperative comorbidity status (defined by the Deyo index) on hospital mortality, postoperative complications, length of hospital stay, and hospital costs for shoulder arthroplasty patients. METHODS:The overall mean hospital mortality and postoperative complication rates, and length ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Humphries W,Jain N,Pietrobon R,Socolowski F,Cook C,Higgins L

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Sacral insufficiency fractures (SIFs) can cause severe lower back pain and immobility, which have limited therapeutic options. No previous studies have compared clinical outcomes and radiographic findings of sacroplasty with or without balloon assistance for the treatment of SIFs. METHODS:Forty-five patients w...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Yang SC,Tsai TT,Chen HS,Fang CJ,Kao YH,Tu YK

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the implication of gait speed, which is a prerequisite for the diagnosis of sarcopenia in older patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). METHODS:This study was conducted in a total of 235 patients with LSS who underwent surgical treatment. The state of sarcopenia an...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Sakai Y,Wakao N,Matsui H,Tomita K,Watanabe T,Iida H

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the correlation between low back pain and a high-intensity zone (HIZ) of the lumbar disc in Indian patients. METHODS:200 patients with low back and/or leg pain underwent magnetic resonance imaging of the lumbosacral spine. The location and severity of pain and disability were assessed using the pain ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Pande KC,Khurjekar K,Kanikdaley V

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the criterion validity, repeatability, and the missing value protocol of the reduced Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) function scale ('reduced scale'). METHODS:Three separate studies were performed: a cross-over study to compare the full- and reduced-scale scores...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Whitehouse SL,Crawford RW,Learmonth ID

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sports injury prevention training programs have been reported to be effective in decreasing the incidence of injuries. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a 6-month training period, using part 2 of the FIFA11+ program (the Fédération Internationale de Football), on the activation and strengt...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Oshima T,Nakase J,Inaki A,Mochizuki T,Takata Y,Shimozaki K,Kinuya S,Tsuchiya H

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aimed to use MRI to evaluate the fibula and talus position difference in functional and mechanical ankle stability patients. METHODS:61 and 68 patients with functional and mechanical instability, and 60 healthy volunteers were involved. Based on the axial MRI images, the rotation of the talus was id...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Yuan C,Zhu G,Wang Z,Wang C,Wang X,Ma X

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intra-osseous lipomas are rare benign tumours. We report one such case in the talus of a 60-year-old man. The patient underwent curettage and bone grafting. At the 22-month follow-up, radiographs of the talus showed dense sclerosis with multiple cortical breaks in the anterior process and no evidence of local recurren...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Rajmane S,Kulkarni PN,Patil A,Patil VC,Rajmane V

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An unusual case of avulsion fracture of the tibial tuberosity with underlying angiomatosis in a middle-aged man is described, with particular emphasis on the successful use of bisphosphonate in its treatment and the value of serial dual energy X-ray absorptiometry in its subsequent disease monitoring. This case illust...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Wong JW,Yip DK,Kong JK,Chien EP,Shek TW

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine correlation between metal hypersensitivity and long-term foot and ankle function and pain after internal fixation using stainless steel implants. METHODS:60 men and 46 women (mean age, 47 years) who underwent internal fixation for ankle fractures completed a questionnaire 13 to 38 (mean, 26) month...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： So S,Harris IA,Naylor JM,Adie S,Mittal R

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous fungal disease caused by Rhinosporidiosis seeberi. It usually affects the mucocutaneous tissue of the nose; bone involvement is rare. We report the clinical features, diagnosis, and management of rhinosporidiosis involving the face, forehead, and right foot. As antimicrobial...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Amritanand R,Nithyananth M,Cherian VM,Venkatesh K,Shah A

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study assessed the levels of soluble tumor necrosis factor-like weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) and matrix metalloproteinase 1 (MMP-1) in the synovial fluid from osteoarthritic knees to determine their role as well as the relationship between these levels and the severity of osteoarthritis (OA). METHODS...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Hwang IY,Youm YS,Cho SD,Choi SW,Bae MH,Park SJ,Kim HW

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To report the outcome of fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) using the Fyxis plate and compression screws. METHODS:Medical records of 12 men and 39 women (54 feet) aged 28 to 74 (mean, 58) years who underwent primary fusion of the first MTPJ using the Fyxis plate and compression screws for hal...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Marudanayagam A,Appan SV

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To report on 14 consecutive cases of occipitocervical fixation. METHODS:Records of 8 men and 6 women aged 40 to 81 (mean, 57) years who underwent occipitocervical fixation and were followed up for a minimum of 2 years were retrospectively reviewed. Neurological grading was assessed before and after surgery usi...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Tan KJ,Hee HT

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Elderly people with osteoarthritis of the knee and postpartum women are at risk of insufficiency fractures of the proximal fibular or tibia. We report on an 82-year-old woman with valgus osteoarthritis of the knee who developed insufficiency fractures of the right proximal fibula and then the right proximal tibia. She...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Cheung MH,Lee MF,Lui TH

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 76-year-old man presented with a 4-day history of bilateral leg pain. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the lumbosacral spine revealed a spinal subarachnoid and spinal epidural haematomas. MRI of the brain revealed a chronic intracranial subdural haematoma with a midline shift. On further questioning, the patient ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Kishen T,Etherington G,Diwan A

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the diagnosis and treatment methods of soft tissue involvement of hydatid cysts (HCs). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Eleven patients who were diagnosed as having HC with muscular tissue (soft tissue) involvement between 2010 and 2016 were evaluated retrospectively. Seven patients had typical HC magnetic res...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Oğur HU,Kapukaya R,Külahçı Ö,Yılmaz C,Yüce K,Tuhanioğlu Ü

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To examine possible causes of publication bias in the orthopaedic literature so as to avoid inappropriate clinical decisions based on reviews of the literature. METHODS:Two reviewers independently reviewed abstracts presented to the 1999 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting. Data pertaining ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Harris IA,Mourad M,Kadir A,Solomon MJ,Young JM

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author describes a case of a 10-year-old boy with fracture of both forearm bones and a concomitant partial rupture of the ulnar artery. The damage to the ulnar artery was repaired at the time of fasciotomy with a good functional outcome. ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Pai VS

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the clinical results of pelvic reconstruction using a saddle prosthesis following limb salvage operation for periacetabular tumour. METHODS:12 patients with sarcoma and 4 with metastasis involving the pelvis were treated using the saddle prosthesis between 1995 and 2003 inclusive. Wide pelvic resecti...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)

authors： Kitagawa Y,Ek ET,Choong PF

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00