abstract：:The development of a strong trauma program is clearly one of the most important facets of successful business development. Several recent publications have demonstrated that well run trauma services can generate significant profits for both the hospital and the surgeons involved. There are many aspects to this task th...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Althausen PL

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to report the efficacy of the Kapandji technique performed in the prone position for humeral supracondylar fractures in children. DESIGN:Retrospective. SETTING:Level I trauma center. PATIENTS/PARTICIPANTS:We retrospectively reviewed 34 children with Gartland type III supracond...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Kao HK,Yang WE,Li WC,Chang CH

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The incidence of osteoporotic proximal tibial fractures has increased during the last 2 decades. A promising approach in osteoporotic fracture fixation is polymethylmethacrylate-based cement augmentation of implants to gain better implant purchase in the bone. This study investigates the biomechanical benefi...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Goetzen M,Nicolino T,Hofmann-Fliri L,Blauth M,Windolf M

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Fellowship-trained orthopaedic traumatologists are presumably taught skill sets leading to "best practice" outcomes and more efficient use of hospital resources. This should result in more favorable economic opportunities when compared with general orthopaedic surgeons (GOSs) providing similar clinical servi...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Althausen PL,Kauk JR,Shannon S,Lu M,O'Mara TJ,Bray TJ

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Much attention has been given to lower extremity amputations that occur more than 90 days after injury, but little focus has been given to analogous upper extremity amputations. The purpose of this study was to determine the reason(s) for desired amputation and the common complications after amputation for t...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Krueger CA,Wenke JC,Cho MS,Hsu JR

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the angular rotation that maximizes screw tension without sacrificing screw pullout force yet minimizing loss of screw purchase. METHODS:Three pairs of human humeri in each of the 3 groups (osteopenic, osteoporotic, and normal) underwent screw tension and pullout protocols. For screw tension, 3...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Thakkar SC,Langdale ER,Mears SC,Belkoff SM

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess whether plate bending at a hole significantly changes the biomechanical properties of a locked screw. METHODS:Coronal plane bends of 5-, 15-, or 45-degree angles were placed in 3.5-mm locking compression plates with the apex at a locking hole. An additional 45-degree angle test group was created i...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Boulton CL,Kim H,Shah SB,Ryan SP,Metzger TA,Hsieh AH,O'Toole RV

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Proximal ulna fractures can cause a significant loss of forearm rotation, elbow stiffness, and disability. The objective of this study was to quantify the loss of forearm rotation after simulated varus and valgus malunions of the proximal ulna. METHODS:Eight cadaveric upper extremities were used to quanti...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Snow BJ,Javidan P,Itamura JM,Lee TQ

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Retrospective evaluation of the long-term outcomes after surgical treatment of traumatic patellar dislocations in adolescents and identification of possible predictive factors of poor outcomes. DESIGN:Retrospective clinical study. SETTING:University Clinic, Level I Trauma Center. PATIENTS:All 33 adolescen...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Hartmann F,Dietz SO,Rommens PM,Gercek E

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：SUMMARY:In this study, we present a novel technique for reduction and fixation of complex, unstable proximal humerus fractures with diaphyseal extension with the assistance of fibula allograft. We treated 14 patients using this technique since 2009 and found that it improves the reduction and enhances fixation while ma...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Berkes MB,Little MT,Lazaro LE,Cymerman RM,Pardee NC,Helfet DL,Dines JS,Lorich DG

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purposes of this study were to evaluate the cantilevered bending strength and failure modes of locking screws inserted at various angles in a plate with fully circumferential threaded holes. As an additional measure, the amount of screw head prominence at these angles was also assessed. METHODS:Standard...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Cartner JL,Petteys T,Tornetta P 3rd

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Road traffic accidents are a leading cause of global mortality. In March 2010, the United Nations General Assembly and the World Health Organization (WHO) officially proclaimed 2011-2020 as the "Decade of Action for Road Safety." Researchers must focus on vulnerable road users and low- and middle-income countries (LMI...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Evaniew N,Godin K,Schemitsch EH,Bhandari M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical treatment of pelvic and acetabular fractures can be technically challenging. Various techniques are available for the reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures. Less invasive percutaneous fracture stabilization techniques, with closed reduction or limited open reduction, have been developed and ar...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Yi C,Burns S,Hak DJ

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The optimal exposure interval for anteromedial coronoid fractures is unknown. The purpose of this study was to quantitatively compare the osseous and ligamentous exposure of the medial elbow using the flexor carpi ulnaris (FCU)-Splitting and Hotchkiss Over-the-Top approaches. METHODS:Forty surgical approache...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Huh J,Krueger CA,Medvecky MJ,Hsu JR,Skeletal Trauma Research Consortium.

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent studies on ankle syndesmosis injuries have shown that a significant amount of rotational malediction of the distal fibula are missed and may lead to poor functional outcome. A new set of radiographic criteria were developed to help detect distal fibula internal and external rotation using conventional fluorosco...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Marmor M,Kandemir U,Matityahu A,Jergesen H,McClellan T,Morshed S

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Anatomic reduction of the fibula with regard to the tibia is the goal when treating syndesmotic injuries. No objective method exists to describe the distal tibiofibular relationship. The primary and secondary objectives of this study was to describe and validate radiologic measurements of the syndesmosis and...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Nault ML,Hébert-Davies J,Laflamme GY,Leduc S

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although Kirschner wires are useful implants in many situations, migration of the wire and irritation of the surrounding soft tissues are common complications. Seven steps are described herein, which result in a Kirschner wire that is bent 180° angle, providing a smooth anchor into bone. Use of this technique produces...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Firoozabadi R,Kramer PA,Benirschke SK

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was conducted to categorize barefoot stubbing injuries to the great toe in children by injury mechanism to differentiate benign stubbing injuries from more complex injuries necessitating surgery. DESIGN:Prospective clinical series of consecutively treated patients. SETTING:Tertiary university hos...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Park DY,Han KJ,Han SH,Cho JH

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The benefits of being organized when starting one's career are countless and worth the time and effort in developing an effective and efficient practice. Established protocols, good habits, and methodical communication that include all members of the team will help create a system that keeps all components of one's pr...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Siegel J

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report our experience with computed tomography (CT) scans to detect traumatic arthrotomies of the knee (TAK) joint based on the presence of intra-articular air. DESIGN:Retrospective review. SETTING:Level I trauma center. PATIENTS:Sixty-two consecutive patients (63 knees) underwent a CT scan of the knee ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Konda SR,Davidovitch RI,Egol KA

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report the outcomes of percutaneous autologous bone marrow injection for nonunion or delayed union of the distal tibial metaphysis in patients with prior plating. DESIGN:Consecutive case series. SETTING:Tertiary center. PATIENTS:Eleven consecutive patients (aged 24-51 years) were referred to us with a n...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Braly HL,O'Connor DP,Brinker MR

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Posttraumatic invasive fungal infections threaten critically injured combat-related injuries and require a combination of extensive surgery and systemic antifungal therapy, along with topical antimicrobials used adjunctively to control the infection. We evaluated the in vitro activity of topical agents in va...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Barsoumian A,Sanchez CJ,Mende K,Tully CC,Beckius ML,Akers KS,Wenke JC,Murray CK

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the most appropriate positioning of anatomical locking plates on the distal tibia. METHODS:We positioned 4 types of locking plates (3 straight and 1 bayonet) at anterior, middle, and posterior positions on the medial malleolus on both lower limbs of 15 cadavers. We ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Song HK,Noh JW,Lee JH,Yang KH

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) and Constant scores, time to union, rate of union, patient cosmetic satisfaction rate, and the need for secondary procedures between 2.7- and 3.5-mm anteroinferior plating for Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO)/Orthopaedic Trauma A...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Galdi B,Yoon RS,Choung EW,Reilly MC,Sirkin M,Smith WR,Liporace FA

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to evaluate forearm rotation after volar plating of the distal radius fractures with and without pronator quadratus repair. DESIGN:This was an institutional review board-approved retrospective review of prospectively collected data. SETTING:The study was conducted at an Academ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Hershman SH,Immerman I,Bechtel C,Lekic N,Paksima N,Egol KA

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pilon and ankle fractures and ligamentous injuries about the ankle often require external fixation to allow for soft tissue stabilization before definitive surgery. Often used external fixator constructs can cause obscuring of the site of injury on radiographs, pin tract infections, loosening of calcaenal pin fixation...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Ziran BH,Morrison T,Little J,Hileman B

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:External fixator pins are thought to have improved pullout strength if inserted into both cortices and if pilot holes are drilled. We tested these hypotheses and investigated effects of osteoporosis and pin location on pin pullout strength. METHODS:Self-drilling external fixator pins were inserted using 4 t...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Oliphant BW,Kim H,Osgood GM,Golden RD,Hawks MA,Hsieh AH,OʼToole RV

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was analyze modes of mechanical failure in a consecutive cohort of patients and establish possible risk factors. DESIGN:This was a retrospective cohort study. SETTING:The study was conducted at an academic level-1 trauma center. PATIENTS:Twenty-nine patients (mean age 56 years, range...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Streubel PN,Moustoukas MJ,Obremskey WT

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The technique of lengthening over an antegrade nail is used widely for distraction osteogenesis of the femur. Most reported complications of this technique are related to Schanz pins. We hypothesized that reducing the number of Schanz pins would enable successful distraction with fewer complications. To this purpose, ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Kucukkaya M,Karakoyun O,Kuzgun U

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine if proximity of cannulated lag screws to the articular surface of the patella combined with the tension band technique affects resistance to fracture gap opening, and if an alternative locking nut and bolt device without a tension band behaves in a biomechanically si...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Domby B,Henderson E,Nayak A,Erdoğan M,Gutierrez S,Santoni BG,Sagi HC

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone healing after fracture occurs in a well-organized manner and involves a multitude of cell types, inflammatory cytokines, growth factors, prostaglandins, and certain vitamins. Some of the means by which alterations in these essential components affect bone repair are understood, whereas others still need to be del...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Borrelli J Jr,Pape C,Hak D,Hsu J,Lin S,Giannoudis P,Lane J

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Heterotopic ossification (HO) develops frequently after modern high-energy penetrating war injuries. The purpose of this prospective study was to identify and characterize the unique cytokine and chemokine profile associated with the development of HO as it pertained to the systemic inflammatory response afte...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Evans KN,Forsberg JA,Potter BK,Hawksworth JS,Brown TS,Andersen R,Dunne JR,Tadaki D,Elster EA

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To introduce a modified operative technique for minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) for acute displaced humeral shaft fractures and to evaluate the clinical and radiological outcomes. DESIGN:: Prospective clinical series study. SETTING:University hospital. PATIENTS:Twenty-one patients with acut...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Shin SJ,Sohn HS,Do NH

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Risk for bleeding complications during and after early hip fracture surgery for patients taking clopidogrel and other anticoagulants have not been defined. The purpose of this study is to assess the perioperative bleeding risks and clinical outcome after early hip fracture surgery performed on patients taking...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Collinge CA,Kelly KC,Little B,Weaver T,Schuster RD

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare postoperative pain control in patients treated surgically for ankle fractures who receive popliteal blocks with those who received general anesthesia alone. DESIGN:Institutional Review Board approved prospective randomized study. SETTING:Metropolitan tertiary-care referral center. PATIENTS:All ...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Goldstein RY,Montero N,Jain SK,Egol KA,Tejwani NC

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effect of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) on deep infection rate in open tibial fractures. DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. Data was collected from medical records and radiographs. SETTING:Two level-1 trauma centers. PATIENTS/PARTICIPANTS:Patients who sustained an open tibial frac...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Blum ML,Esser M,Richardson M,Paul E,Rosenfeldt FL

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the impact of number and position of locking screws in the diaphyseal portion of an osteoporotic distal femoral fracture model with hybrid fixation. METHODS:Four groups containing 5 osteoporotic bone models were used with varying combinations of diaphyseal screw fixation: 4 nonlocking screws (cont...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Dalstrom DJ,Nelles DB,Patel V,Goswami T,Markert RJ,Prayson MJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the efficacy of anesthetic type on clinical outcomes after operative treatment of distal radius fractures. DESIGN:Retrospective review of prospectively collected data. SETTING:Academic medical center. PATIENTS:One hundred eighty-seven patients with a distal radius fracture (OTA type 23) were ide...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Egol KA,Soojian MG,Walsh M,Katz J,Rosenberg AD,Paksima N

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Because locked plates as a neutralization device for lag screw fracture fixation have different biomechanics than that of unlocked plates, we investigated how this would affect lag screw load at the fracture site. The purpose of this study was to assess the load at a fracture site compressed with a lag screw...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Takemoto RC,Sugi MT,Kummer F,Koval KJ,Egol KA

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Young surgeons and their spouses experience a myriad of stresses in the first few years of practice. Issues related to job search, moving to a new community, learning one's craft, time management, changes to spouse's career, child rearing, and the ever blurring line between work time and free time may all contribute t...

journal_title：Journal of orthopaedic trauma

authors： Dunbar RP Jr

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00