abstract：:Few complications of surgery are as devastating as paraplegia in a patient who has been operated on for correction of a spinal abnormality. Early warning of potential damage to the spinal cord is highly desirable. This is possible with cortical evoked potentials. It measures electroencephalographic activity after peri...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Faust D,Happel LT

更新日期：1984-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chemonucleolysis is found to compare favorably with laminectomy (71% good to excellent results versus 63% good to excellent) in the treatment of herniated nucleus pulposus. From a base of over 400 chemonucleolysis cases, recommendations for equipment and patient selection are developed. Disc space narrowing did not co...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Dabezies E,Beck C,Shoji H

更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Procedures and possible findings for physical examination of the shoulder are categorized and described. Discussion covers initial impressions, inspection, palpation, range of motion, neurological and strength testing, stability, special testing, and examination of joints above and below the shoulder. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Hawkins RL,Hobeika P

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:ABSTRACT; Arthroscopic visualization of the ankle is outlined, with particular attention to establishment of portals. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Gollehon DL,Drez D

更新日期：1983-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hematogenous gram negative infection of the long bones can present a confusing clinical picture that may delay treatment or lead to an inappropriate choice of initial treatment, and thereby compromise the resuit. This report emphasizes the common clinical features of this condition: previous urinary or gastrointestina...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Thorpe MA,Buckwalter JA

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From February 1978 to March 1981, 13 English-McNab cementless, semiconstrained, implant shoulder arthroplasties were performed in 12 people. The ages of the patients at the time of surgery ranged from 53 to 73 years with an average of 62 years. The preoperative diagnoses were rheumatoid arthritis, primary osteoarthros...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Faludi DD,Weiland AJ

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteomyelitis is caused by bacterial pathogens and, less frequently, by other infectious agents. Treatment of osteomyelitis should include a course of antimicrobial therapy with a batericidal agent. This therapy should be directed at the causative bacteria isolated by bone biopsy and culture, not by wound swab culture...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Smith BR,Rolston KV,LeFrock JL,Bayliff C

更新日期：1983-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rifamycin SV, injected intraarticularly at dosages of 500 mg weekly, induced a complete removal of persistent knee effusions in 57 of 60 rheumatoid patients, and in all patients with effusions due to juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (three), ankylosing spondylitis (three), psoriatic arthritis (10), intermittent hydrarthr...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Caruso I,Montrone F,Fumagalli M,Patrono C,Boselli P,Scrollini F

更新日期：1982-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The synovium of dogs receiving an osteochondral allograft of the distal femur has similar characteristics to a rheumatoid synovium. Since it is generally believed that the cartilage destruction in rheumatoid arthritis is related to the release of hydrolases from lysosomes, the following study was performed to determin...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Yablon IG,Shirahama T

更新日期：1982-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper presents a report of a case with vertebral metastatic chemodectoma with neurological complication who was treated successfully. A review of the literature on vertebral metastatic chemodectoma is also presented. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Lee CK,Hubschmann OR

更新日期：1982-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of a 14-year-old male with a history, physical exam, and x-rays compatible with an epiphyseal injury of the proximal right clavicle is presented. Typical symptoms, physical examination findings, and special roentgenographic views are discussed along with conservative and operative modes of treatment. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Hadesman W,Trotter D,Ibrahim K

更新日期：1982-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The three-dimensional periacetabular bone architecture has been established by sectioning multiple pelves in coronal, parasagittal, and horizontal planes. Maximum compressive and tensile stresses were determined by a finite element model of the acetabulum. The architecture is symmetric in a given specimen, and quite s...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Brand RA,Crowninshield RD,Pedersen DR

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:49 patients underwent subcutaneous lateral retinacular release for pa tell of emo ral malalignment syndromes by a new technique utilizing the arthroscope and electrocautery. In this technique, the tight lateral patellofemoral ligament and lateral retinaculum are transected with the electrocautery under direct arthrosc...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Miller GK,Dickason JM,Fox JM,Blazina ME,Del Pizzo W,Friedman MJ,Snyder SJ

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of metaphyseal cupping of bone that probably occurred as the result of an impaired blood supply to the leg of an infant is reported. Avascularity and premature closure of the central segment of the growth plate is the proposed pathogenesis. The blood supply, growth and development of the ends of growing bones a...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Wiss DA

更新日期：1981-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although there is a general awareness developing about the role of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in producing osteomyelitis following puncture wounds of the foot, it is not generally appreciated that other organisms may gain access to the bones of the foot following penetrating injuries. This paper addresses two additional c...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Congeni BL,Weiner DS,Izsak E

更新日期：1981-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:External fixation was employed in 33 open extremity fractures in 29 patients. These high energy injuries were characterized by massive soft tissue injury, contamination, instability, comminution, and/or segmental bone loss. Initial management consisted of irrigation and debridement, and application of the external fix...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Hardaker WT,Ward WT,Goldner JL

更新日期：1981-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article examines a rare association of carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger produced by a single flexor tendon tumor. Examination and treatment is also discussed. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Sammarco CJ,Sabogal J

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Isolated fractures of the lateral malleolus are stable only if no other ligaments are torn. These fractures are unstable if accompanied by a tear of the deltoid or anterior tibiofibular ligament and it may be necessary to demonstrate the resulting talar instability by stress radiographs. Stable fractures are best trea...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Yablon IG,Wasilewski S

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Degenerative changes of the lumbar spine may occur in either the anterior or posterior intervertebral articulations. Computed tomography is an ideal modality in evaluating these processes because of its optimal plane of section and its ability to image both osseous and soft tissue structures. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Raskin SP

更新日期：1981-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Civil Liability and the Investigational Device Exemptions. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Zweng MS

更新日期：1980-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of "trigger finger" due to flexor digitorum superficialis tendon "tag" following a hyperextension injury to the metacarpophalangeal joint is reported. The tag formed as a result of avulsion of the flexor digitorum superficialis tendon slip from its insertion in the middle phalanx. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Rayan GM,Elias L

更新日期：1980-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tuberculous tenosynovitis of the wrist or "compound palmar ganglion" is an uncommon lesion that requires early recognition and treatment for the best possible prognosis. It is an infrequent cause of chronic inflammation of the tendon sheaths about the hand and wrist, but it can destroy the enclosed tendons. A definite...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Borgsmiller WK,Whiteside LA

更新日期：1980-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Bateman Universal Proximal Femoral Assembly has been used primarily in the treatment of subcapital fractures of the femoral head when the acetabulum was judged to be adequate. The indications for this procedure are the same as for a standard hemiarthroplasty. A contraindication against its use is a severe neurolog...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Schildhaus AI

更新日期：1980-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selective blocks of the tibial nerve with aqueous solution of 5% phenol, after localization of the nerve by electrical stimulation, were performed in 30 patients with acquired hemiplegia for treatment of severe spasticity of the foot plantar flexors and ankle clonus. Ankle clonus disappeared in all patients and resist...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Petrillo CR,Chu DS,Davis SW

更新日期：1980-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the clinical findings, roentgenographic manifestations, gross and microscopic pathology, treatment, and results of 24 cases of pigmented villonodular synovitis treated at Henry Ford Hospital over a period of 25 years. We conclude that synovectomy is the treatment of choice, and we have experienc...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Wu KK,Ross PM,Guise ER

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chordoma is a slow-growing neoplasm of the axial skeleton. Two cases of lower cervical chordoma are reported, along with a review. Despite combined high voltage radiation therapy and radical surgery chordoma invariably recurs, producing bone erosion and destruction of vital contiguous structures with resulting high mo...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Prete P,Thorne RP

更新日期：1980-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In many communities the orthopedic surgeon who also functions as the rheumatologist may have the best opportunity to make an early diagnosis of hemochromatosis by recognizing the characteristic features of this form of arthritis, which is associated with skin pigmentation, liver disease, or diabetes. Elevated serum ir...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Bellamy RE

更新日期：1980-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous articles have been written about methods of closed biopsy of the spine. One of the most recent is by Moore et al,1 who describes his method as used at the Los Angeles General Hospital. The method described in this report is a simple and safe method for closed biopsy of the lumbar vertebra. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Cozen L

更新日期：1980-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The second reported case of pyogenic arthritis due to Bacteroides fragilis infection is presented. Some aspects of diagnosis and management are discussed. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Childers JC

更新日期：1980-04-01 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

abstract：:A case of synovial sarcoma in a six year old boy is reported. A brief discussion of the tumor is also included. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Jazayeri M,Gallo G

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred and ninety-one selfinflicted wrist lacerations in 148 different patients who presented to the Sacramento Medical Center Emergency Room from July, 1975, through June, 1977, are analyzed. One hundred and fifty-four (80.6%) involved the skin alone. Of the 37 lacerations with deep structure injury, 31 involved...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Chuinard RG,Friermood TG,Lipscomb PR

更新日期：1979-09-01 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：:When primary patellectomy is performed for chondromalacia of the patella and subsequent surgery is required, this indicates failure of the initial procedure. A review of 51 patients having patellectomy for chondromalacia revealed a failure rate of 39% as evidenced by reoperation. Analysis of these cases showed continu...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ivey FM,Blazina ME,Fox JM,Del Pizzo W

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our paper presents three new cases of chondrosarcoma of the foot and a clinical analysis of all the known cases of similar tumors. We feel that surgery is still the treatment of choice and recurrence and metastases are uncommon following adequate surgical treatments. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Wu KK,Guise ER

更新日期：1978-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vigorous treatment is not always necessary to eradicate late postoperative infection after total knee implantation. Aspiration of the pus and intravenous antibiotic administration was enough to eradicate the infection in the case reported. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Cozen L

更新日期：1978-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six adolescent patients with acetabular dysplasia and femoral head subluxation were treated with Chiari osteotomy. The average age of the children was 14 years. The prior duration of the subluxation and dysplasia had resulted in mutual remodeling adaptations preventing concentric femoral head restoration. The Chiari o...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Katz JF

更新日期：1978-03-01 00:00:00