abstract：:Multiligamentous knee injuries with simultaneous patellar tendon ruptures are rare. Surgeons must be prepared to address injured structures of the knee to allow return of knee function. Restoring motion while protecting repairs is important. The authors present 2 cases and discuss treatment strategy for preoperative e...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Brunkhorst J,Johnson DL

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) of the upper extremity is uncommon compared with DVT of the lower extremity. Exertional DVT has been described in some athletes, especially in the dominant arm of baseball players. It is important for health care professionals to recognize the signs and symptoms of upper-extremity DVT, whi...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Offoha RU,Garzon-Muvdi J,Streiff MB,McFarland EG

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fragility fractures of the distal radius represent an opportunity to diagnose and treat osteoporosis before further fractures occur. The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of prescriptions for calcium/vitamin D supplementation and the prevalence of dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans in patie...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Morgan EN,Crawford DA,Scully WF,Noce NJ

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 13-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with bilateral ankle pain and swelling following a 5-foot fall from a swing set. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Rosenbaum AJ,Abousayed M,Czajka CM,DiPreta JA,Alfred R,Uhl RL

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies have shown the effectiveness of cervical disk replacement. However, clinical outcomes, particularly by radiographic assessment during the 36-month follow-up visit, have not been reported for cervical disk replacement with Mobi-C (LDR, Austin, Texas) disk prostheses. A retrospective study was conducted at 10 ce...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Zhang HX,Chen Y,Gao P,Shao YD,Hou Y,Cheng L,Maharjan S,Nie L

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are commonly seen injuries. Initially, these injuries are routinely evaluated with radiographs, followed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The altered kinematics at the time of injury or for the duration of a chronic tear can create indirect findings on radiographs and MRI. Th...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Johnson DL,Brunkhorst J,Johnson DL

更新日期：2014-11-01 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：EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:As a result of reading this article, physicians should be able to: 1. Identify the available types of reconstruction for failed total hip arthroplasty. 2. Summarize the preoperative workup of patients with failed total hip arthroplasty and massive proximal femoral bone loss. 3. Assess the surgica...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Savvidou OD,Mavrogenis AF,Sakellariou V,Christogiannis I,Vottis C,Christodoulou M,Vlasis K,Papagelopoulos PJ

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 40-year-old male weightlifter presented with a 6-month history of a painless mass in the right deltoid. He had no history of trauma to the shoulder other than an arthroscopic rotator cuff repair a few weeks earlier. Physical examination showed a firm, nontender mass located longitudinally and coinciding with the del...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Schultzel MM,Johnson MH,Rosenthal HG

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone graft and bone graft substitutes are used to provide structural support and enhance bone healing. Autogenous, allogeneic, and artificial bone grafts each have advantages and drawbacks. The development of allografts, synthetic bone grafts, and new operative techniques may have influenced the use of bone grafts in ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Kinaci A,Neuhaus V,Ring DC

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteochondromas are common benign bone tumors. Synovial chondromatosis is a benign cartilaginous metaplasia that occurs in the synovium. The authors describe a unique case of synovial chondromatosis developing in the pes anserine bursa secondary to an underlying osteochondroma of the proximal medial tibia. It is unusu...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Shallop B,Abraham JA

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone grafts are used for reconstructing bone defects caused by implant-associated complications, trauma, and tumors. Surgery with bone allografts is complex and time consuming; therefore, it is prone to a higher infection rate (2.0%-2.5%). In the case of site infection, systemically administered antibiotics cannot rea...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Coraça-Huber D,Hausdorfer J,Fille M,Nogler M,Kühn KD

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 57-year-old man presented to the authors' department with pain over the right hip joint over a 3-month period. External magnetic resonance imaging showed a structure in the right acetabulum that was highly suspicious for a bone sarcoma. External 3-phase bone scintigraphy substantiated the suspected diagnosis. A comp...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Anagnostakos K,Schmitt E,Orth P

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Concerns exist regarding using short stems during total hip arthroplasties performed in elderly patients. For this study, the authors assessed sequential bone remodeling findings in metaphyseal-loading short stems using serial radiography. A total of 100 consecutive primary THAs using short stems were performed in pat...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Oh KJ,Mishra A,Yang JH

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of total knee replacement in the United States more than doubled between 1999 and 2008, increasing from approximately 263,000 to 616,000 cases. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the claim that there has been a disproportionate increase in knee replacements among younger patients owing to expanding...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Bernstein J,Derman P

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Led by the federal government, the payers of health care are enacting policies designed to base provider reimbursement on the quality of care they render. This study evaluated and compared patient experiences and satisfaction with nasal decolonization with either nasal povidone-iodine (PI) or nasal mupirocin ointment ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Maslow J,Hutzler L,Cuff G,Rosenberg A,Phillips M,Bosco J

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain relief following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is challenging because early mobilization and rehabilitation are essential for a successful outcome. Postoperative pain can limit recovery, leading to reduced mobility and prolonged hospitalization. There are potential benefits of infiltrating high volumes of local a...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Banerjee P,Rogers BA

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chondroblastoma is a rare, benign primary bone tumor that usually occurs at the epiphysis of long bones. The authors present an example of the diagnosis and successful treatment of this neoplasm in an exceedingly rare location in the distal phalanx. Clinical and radiographic outcomes after 68 months of follow-up are p...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Gregory JR,Lehman TP,White JR,Fung KM

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study compared the biomechanics of 3 fixation techniques: bilateral pedicle screw (BPS) fixation, unilateral pedicle screw (UPS) fixation, and UPS supplemented with translaminar facet screw (UPS+TLFS) fixation. The study was conducted in an L3-L5 finite element model. Three different finite element models were cr...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Gong Z,Chen Z,Feng Z,Cao Y,Jiang C,Jiang X

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of vascular injuries associated with total hip arthroplasty (THA) is low. However, several vascular structures are at risk of injury within the pelvis. These include the external iliac, femoral, and obturator vessels. Both reaming of the acetabulum and drilling of the acetabular screw holes may place the...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Khoriati AA

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free vascularized fibular grafting (FVFG) is an effective method to treat corticosteroid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH). Some patients continued to receive maintenance doses of corticosteroids to treat the primary disease postoperatively. This study was performed to evaluate outcomes of FVFG for cort...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ding H,Chen SB,Gao YS,Lin S,Zhang CQ

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since its introduction more than 30 years ago, wrist arthroscopy has become an essential diagnostic and therapeutic tool in hand surgery. This procedure minimizes exposures and allows access to otherwise remotely located anatomic regions with minimal morbidity. Advances in anatomic understanding and wrist scope techno...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Wagner J,Ipaktchi K,Livermore M,Banegas R

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to investigate whether pre- to postoperative changes of increased signal intensity (ISI) of the spinal cord as seen on T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reflect the surgical outcome in patients with cervical spinal cord injury without radiologic evidence of trauma (SCIWORET). I...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Sun LQ,Shen Y,Li YM,Cao JM

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) has been used for humeral shaft fractures, but concerns exist about soft tissue injuries. The purpose of this study was to report the surgical technique and clinical outcomes of MIPO using a helical plate for metadiaphyseal complex humeral shaft fractures. Twelve patients...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Moon JG,Kwon HN,Biraris S,Shon WY

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankylosing spondylitis is a disease in which inflammation of joints, most often in the axial skeleton, can lead to reactive fibrosis and eventual joint fusion with associated immobility and kyphosis. The disease often involves extra-articular features, such as uveitis and aortic regurgitation, as well as associated in...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Miller TL,Cass N,Siegel C

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been shown to be sensitive in identifying ligamentous injury to the cervical spine. The major drawbacks to its routine use are cost and availability. The purpose of this study was to compare the cost of using MRI to rule out ligamentous injury of the cervical spine with the cost of...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Murphy JM,Park P,Patel RD

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dislocation of the peroneal tendons associated with calcaneus fractures should be repaired during fracture fixation to prevent complications. The only documented approach for repair is by proximal extension of the vertical limb of the lateral extensile approach to the calcaneus. However, enlarging the inherently fragi...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Mak MF,Tay GT,Stern R,Assal M

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laminar closure is associated with expansive open-door laminoplasty. Suture anchor fixation and titanium miniplate fixation are used to prevent laminar reclosure. However, few studies have compared the clinical effects of the 2 fixation methods. The authors performed a prospective study of 55 patients with cervical sp...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Hu W,Shen X,Sun T,Zhang X,Cui Z,Wan J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Partial weight bearing is often prescribed for patients with orthopedic injuries. Patients’ ability to accurately reproduce partial weight bearing orders is variable, and its impact on clinical outcomes is unknown. This observational study measured patients’ ability to reproduce partial weight bearing orders, factors ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Yu S,McDonald T,Jesudason C,Stiller K,Sullivan T

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of osteoporosis is increasing as the elderly population grows. Because these patients remain active, fragility fractures of the ankle are becoming more common. The literature indicates a relatively high complication rate for non-operative management of ankle fractures in this patient cohort, leading surg...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： McKean J,Cuellar DO,Hak D,Mauffrey C

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonunion is uncommon after proximal humerus fracture surgery. There is no agreement about preferred method of treatment. Traditional approaches have included laterally based locking plates, autogenous grafting, and endosteal support to provide improved biomechanical stability. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORI...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Georgiadis GM,Georgiadis AG

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arthroscopy during ulnar shortening osteotomy for ulnar impaction syndrome is subject to debate regarding its clinical usefulness. The purposes of this study were to analyze the arthroscopic findings in patients who underwent ulnar shortening osteotomy and to assess the role of arthroscopic evaluation during osteotomy...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Koh KH,Lee HL,Chang YS,Park MJ

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study evaluated patients who were given transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) compared with a matched group without TENS prior to intervention and at 1-year follow-up. Patients who were treated with TENS had significantly fewer hospital and clinic visits, used less diagnostic imaging (31 vs 46 events...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Pivec R,Stokes M,Chitnis AS,Paulino CB,Harwin SF,Mont MA

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This biomechanical study is the first to compare 3 fixation methods-bilateral fixed-angle plate, modified anterior tension wiring, and cannulated lag screws with anterior tension wiring-in multifragmentary distal patella fractures. A T-shaped 3-part fracture simulating a multifragmentary articular distal patella fract...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Thelen S,Betsch M,Schneppendahl J,Grassmann J,Hakimi M,Eichler C,Windolf J,Wild M

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various fixation techniques have been described for ruptured distal biceps tendons. The authors hypothesized that no significant differences would be found between the mean failure strength, maximum strength, and stiffness of the interference screw and hybrid technique. Fourteen fresh-frozen human cadaveric elbows wer...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Arianjam A,Camisa W,Leasure JM,Montgomery WH

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction can be performed in a 1- or 2-stage procedure. Restoration of bone stock using bone grafting is often required for good results. The authors performed 1-stage revision surgery with a more lateral and oblique femoral tunnel and an impacted bone graft to avoid the bone ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Ra HJ,Ha JK,Kim JG

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of this study was to compare the biomechanical stability of cannulated locking screws and noncannulated cortical locking screws in a periarticular locking plate. Twelve fresh-frozen porcine tibias with a 1-cm gap created distal to the tibial plateau were used to simulate an unstable proximal tibial fracture. ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Yang SW,Kuo SM,Chang SJ,Su TS,Chen HH,Renn JH,Lin TS

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Treatment of posterolateral tibial plateau fractures is controversial, and information regarding this specific fracture pattern is lacking. The purpose of this study was to elucidate the frequency and morphological features of posterolateral articular fragments in tibial plateau fractures. A retrospective radiographic...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Xiang G,Zhi-Jun P,Qiang Z,Hang L

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mobile image intensifiers are more readily used to assess acetabular cup placement when performing a total hip arthroplasty through a direct anterior approach. However, patient positioning affects pelvic tilt and rotation, which in turn requires proper C-arm fluoroscopy adjustments for image interpretation. The author...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Alvarez AM,Suarez JC,Patel P,Benton EG

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mixing implants with differing metallic compositions has been avoided for fear of galvanic corrosion and subsequent failure of the implants and of bone healing. The purpose of this study was to evaluate upper-extremity fractures treated with open reduction and internal fixation with metallic implants that differed in ...

journal_title：Orthopedics

authors： Acevedo D,Loy BN,Lee B,Omid R,Itamura J

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00