Pharmacologic approaches to smoking cessation.

abstract：:Valgus tibial osteotomy is a well-recognized procedure for medial compartment arthritis of the knee. The femorotibial angle must be adequately realigned; most unsatisfactory outcomes result from undercorrection. This study of 27 patients (38 knees) with a valgus tibial osteotomy for unicompartmental arthritis of the k...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Pachelli AF,Kaufman EE

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of this study was to verify or reject the hypothesis that systematic differences exist in various profibrotic or antifibrotic factors between osteoarthritic patients and controls, as well as between different stages of osteoarthritis. The study group comprised 63 patients with knee osteoarthritis and 18 contr...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Kapetanakis S,Drygiannakis I,Kazakos K,Papanas N,Kolios G,Kouroumalis E,Verettas DA

更新日期：2010-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：:It is challenging to reconstruct normal hip motion after a high hip dislocation. Although total hip arthroplasty (THA) with shortening osteotomy is a solution for high hip dislocation, osteotomy nonunion is a major complication. To improve the rate of osteotomy union, subtrochanteric transverse shortening osteotomy wa...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ogawa H,Ito Y,Shinozaki M,Matsumoto K,Shimizu K

更新日期：2011-03-11 00:00:00

abstract：:A new frame has been designed to maintain patients in what the author chooses to call the prone sitting position during back surgery. Studies have shown such a position to be far superior to other positions in minimizing blood loss during surgical procedures on the back. The new frame has the advantages of accommodati...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Andrews ET

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the United States, demand for total hip arthroplasty (THA) and THA revision procedures are increasing due to an aging population, a longer life expectancy, and an increasing prevalence of osteoarthritis. This retrospective cohort study identified patients 65 years and older in the Medicare 5% Standard Analytic File...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ackerman SJ,Knight T,Wahl PM

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurologic injury is a rare but devastating complication of spinal surgery that can result in mild sensory to severe motor deficits. Surgeons increasingly use electrophysiological spinal cord function monitoring, including somatosensory- and motor-evoked potentials, intraoperatively to provide information about spinal...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Bronson WH,Forsh D,Qureshi SA,Deiner SG,Weisz DJ,Hecht AC

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteotaxis has been proven to offer a means for limb stabilization even in the most severe cases of upper extremity injuries, especially in cases where extensive soft tissue injuries contraindícate internal fixation or plaster cast treatment. Our policy has been to use the osteotaxis treatment only in these severe cas...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Santavirta S,Karaharju E,Korkala O

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The standard Hoffmann fixator is ideal for electrical stimulation, using the pins as electrodes and the frame for fixation of the fracture and the stimulator. The main problem in this method of stimulation is the corrosion of the pins, which are made of stainless steel. Through 12 years of clinical research on human f...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Jørgensen TE

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of the femur depends on the quantity of bone loss and the quality of the remaining bone stock. Multiple classifications and reporting systems can be used to characterize the bone defect. We present a simple algorithmic approach for proximal femoral bone loss reconstruction during revision total hip arth...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Higuera CA,Capello W,Barsoum WK

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Balanced Budget Act of 1997 mandated reductions in physician reimbursement. This reduction in payments could be envisioned to limit expenditures on 2 counts: first, individual fees would be lower, producing inherent savings. Furthermore, reducing fees should depress the incentive to work, thereby generating additi...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Bernstein J,Derman P

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bilateral femur fractures have been associated with frequent morbidity and mortality. Associated injuries and massive hemorrhage contributed to mortality rates that were as high as 27% in previous reports. The goals of this study were to determine the frequency of associated complications, including mortality, and to ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Lane MK,Nahm NJ,Vallier HA

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of the Internet for health-related information has increased significantly. In 2000, the current authors examined the source and content of orthopedic information on the Internet. At that time, Internet information regarding carpal tunnel syndrome was found to be of limited quality and poor informational value...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Lutsky K,Bernstein J,Beredjiklian P

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are approximately 25 million amateur golfers in the United States, making up almost 10% of the entire US population. The purpose of this study was to evaluate short-term outcomes and rates of return to sport among recreational golfers who underwent hip arthroscopy for the treatment of labral tears. Data were pro...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ortiz-Declet V,Yuen LC,Maldonado DR,Schwarzman G,Laseter JR,Domb BG

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conservative management is typically recommended for postpartum diastasis of the pubic symphysis, despite significant functional disability and chronic pain associated with this condition. With a reported incidence of 1:500, the authors describe diagnosis and management controversies with an additional review of relev...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Erickson D,Low J,Shumway J

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors review the relevant anatomy and provide technical tips for endoscopic decompression of the cubital tunnel. Cubital tunnel syndrome is the second most common nerve compression syndrome in the upper extremity. Until recently, surgeons focused on open decompression combined with submuscular or subcutaneous tr...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Damert HG,Altmann S,Infanger M,Kraus A

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assessed the outcome of pediatric both-bone forearm fractures treated with operative intervention. A retrospective review was conducted of 31 patients treated over a 40-month period. Fifteen patients were treated with flexible intramedullary nailing and 16 treated with open reduction and internal fixation. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Carmichael KD,English C

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Operative treatment of thoracolumbar burst fractures or fracture dislocations is a relatively modern development. Anterior decompression and stabilization play a significant role in the treatment of thoracolumbar burst fractures. This article reviews the clinical indications and describes a one-staged operative techni...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： McGuire RA Jr

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case presented a 17-year-old patient with persistent complaints localized to the right patellofemoral joint. Clinical examination demonstrated increased medial translation of the patella on manual stress. In contrast to previous published reports on medial patellar subluxation, this patient had not undergone prio...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Richman NM,Scheller AD Jr

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 6 patients with stage II knee osteonecrosis, all 6 with thrombophilia and 4 with concurrent hypofibrinolysis, the authors prospectively determined whether anticoagulation with enoxaparin could prevent collapse and progression to osteoarthritis, ameliorate pain, and restore function. The 6 patients were treated with...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Glueck CJ,Freiberg RA,Wang P

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plate fixation remains a staple for open fractures, closed fractures requiring open management, and nonunions, especially if bone grafting is required. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Graves ML,Geissler WB,Freeland AE

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:High-pressure water injection injuries of the hand are uncommon, and there is limited literature to guide their treatment. The ideal management of these injuries, whether nonoperative with close observation or early surgical debridement, remains unknown. The authors retrospectively identified a cohort of patients with...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Bean B,Cook S,Loeffler BJ,Gaston RG

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to compare conventional and navigated technique and a recently developed straight hip stem for uncemented primary total hip arthroplasty. The results of two consecutive implantation series of 42 patients (nonnavigated) and 42 patients (navigated) were analysed for implant positioning and ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Mainard D

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disruption of the femoral head contour by collapse of necrotic segments is considered to be an important turning point in the history of avascular necrosis of the femoral head, and in many cases, surgical treatment is required soon after the onset of symptoms. However, in a few cases, conservative treatment is suffici...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Niimi R,Sudo A,Hasegawa M,Uchida A

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eleven patients with 12 three-part fractures of the proximal humerus were treated by open reduction and internal fixation using AO/ASIF buttress plating. All of the fractures healed. There were no failures of fixation. Nine of these patients returned for a follow up of more than 2 years and had a satisfactory rating u...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Savoie FH,Geissler WB,Vander Griend RA

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the complex relationship between graft, bone, and biologic interference screw. Orthopedic surgeons have just begun to understand this complex biologic relationship. Clinical outcome measurements tell very little about the biology in bone tunnels. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Singhal MC,Holzhauer M,Powell D,Johnson DL

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skeletal dysplasia or dwarfism presents in a host of manners. Degenerative hip disease can present as a primary problem secondary to the abnormal growth disturbance or secondarily from the abnormal load distributions through the hip joint itself. Total hip arthroplasty is a successful procedure but sought with increas...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Sekundiak TD

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since its inception, arthroscopic surgery has become widely adopted among orthopedic surgeons. It is therefore important to have an understanding of the basic principles of arthroscopy. Compared with open techniques, arthroscopic procedures are associated with smaller incisions, less structural damage, improved intra-...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Hsiao MS,Kusnezov N,Sieg RN,Owens BD,Herzog JP

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Posterior short-segment instrumentation for thoracolumbar burst fracture is known for a high implant failure rate because of the lack of anterior support. Anterior body augmentation by transpedicular bone grafting has been developed as an alternative to overcome this failure. However, the efficacy of transpedicular bo...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Liao JC,Fan KF,Chen WJ,Chen LH,Kao HK

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Total hip or knee replacement patients who are overweight or obese often consider their disabling joint disease a cause for their increased weight. This prospective study investigated weight change in 100 patients after successful total joint replacement to determine whether surgical treatment of hip or knee arthritis...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Heisel C,Silva M,dela Rosa MA,Schmalzried TP

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently there is a difference of opinion regarding the advisability of unicompartmental total knee replacement. This report describes eight cases from a series of 100 consecutive total knee arthroplasties; results averaged 85.5 by the Cleveland Clinic knee evaluation forms. The followup period averages 37.4 months, ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Wolfgang GL

更新日期：1980-04-01 00:00:00