Should the diameter of the proximal femoral nail be large enough to fill the canal in the treatment of intertrochanteric femoral fracture in patients over fifty?
ConclusionWith this specific proximal femoral nail, a small diameter relative to that of the femoral canal had no adverse effect on the union of osteoporotic intertrochanteric fractures, even in patients with unstable fractures and those who had unsatisfactory reductions. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 27, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Predicting postoperative coronal alignment after fixed-bearing unicompartmental knee arthroplasty using a new morphological assessment method: the arithmetic hip-knee-ankle angle
ConclusionsaHKA was correlated with postoperative HKA angle after medial fixed-bearing UKA, which was probably due to the influence of MPTA. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 27, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Docking site interventions following bone transport using external fixation: a systematic review of the literature
ConclusionBased on the current literature, routine docking site interventions cannot be recommended, since this may lead to unnecessary interventions in two thirds of patients. Timely selective intervention in those at high risk or after a defined period of observation would appear to be a logical approach. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 27, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Anterior radial head subluxation in primary elbow osteoarthritis
ConclusionRadial head subluxation is a radiographic finding associated with elbow OA and RCR ≥ 0.04 could be used as an aetiological factor for elbow OA diagnosis. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 26, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Does body mass index affect outcomes following arthroscopic superior capsular reconstruction using fascia lata autograft for massive irreparable rotator cuff tear?
ConclusionPatients in the normal and overweight groups had significant improvements in the VAS, ASES, and Constant scores after ASCR. Patients in the obese group had a significant improvement in VAS score; however, there is no difference for the ASES and Constant scores in the obese group. However, no differences were observed in all PROMs and the likelihood of achieving CSOs among the different BMI groups. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 26, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Male elite soccer players have a higher incidence of accessory ossicles in the foot and ankle
ConclusionsMale professional soccer players had a higher incidence of accessory navicular, os supranaviculare, os subfiblare, os subtibiale, and os trigonum. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 26, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Unlocking citation obsession and academic identity: the importance of ORCID numbers
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Source: International Orthopaedics - December 22, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Outcomes and complications of Total Hip Arthroplasty in patients with a pre-existing pathologic spine-hip relation. A systematic review of the literature
ConclusionA statistically significant risk stratification of dislocation and revision rate was observed in the different PHSR, as theorised by the Bordeaux classification. Fused patients present a higher risk, degenerated and/or stiff spine an intermediate risk and mobile spines a lower risk profile. A standardised approach to THA candidate patients must consider the possible PSHR to improve clinical outcomes and reduce adverse events of THA. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 21, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Radiologic, clinical, and functional evaluation of children with displaced T-condylar fractures treated by closed reduction and percutaneous fixation using the Mayo Elbow Performance Score
ConclusionGood functional and radiological outcomes can be expected in pediatric patients with type II and III T-C fractures treated by CRPKS. The technique is relatively simple to perform and has a lower rate of complications. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 20, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Pelvic flexion/extension and its impact on functional acetabular alignment and stability following total hip replacement
ConclusionsThe different patterns of PFE during daily activities could affect acetabular alignment and stability following THA. We propose a classification system that can identify different types of PFE and predict their effects on the stability of prostheses following THA. Hence, we believe that patients with unfavorable PFE may require modified cup alignment. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 19, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Investigating the relationship between pain level and grip and wrist muscles strength in individuals with lateral epicondylitis: is pain a barrier to strength assessment?
ConclusionThe result of this study found no correlation between the stated level of pain and the true muscle strength in the affected hand. In line with these findings, we think that assessments involving strength can be made in other musculoskeletal problems where pain is present. However, the findings may not reflect the true muscle strength which will tend to be underrated. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 16, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Response to “comment on the article by Wang et al.: clinical outcome of percutaneous endoscopic lumbar decompression in treatment of elderly patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: a matched retrospective study”
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Source: International Orthopaedics - December 16, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Arthroscopic surgery for ankle gouty arthritis: a retrospective analysis of clinical outcomes at six month follow-up based on a novel classification system
ConclusionA new classification strategy for ankle gouty arthritis based on arthroscopic view was proposed. Patients with ankle gouty arthritis showed significant improvement in ankle function and pain relief after undergoing arthroscopic surgery driven by the new classification. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 15, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Arthroscopic assessment for lateral collateral ligament complex deficiency of the elbow: a cadaveric study
ConclusionArthroscopic measurement of joint gap widening in RCJ and UHJ is a reliable assessment method to detect LCL complex deficiency that involves the anterior two thirds or more. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 13, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Virtual versus in-person physiotherapy following total knee arthroplasty: a comparative analysis
ConclusionImprovements in knee ROM measures are comparable between virtual and in-person physiotherapy with both groups achieving a good functional range. These findings have implications for the virtual delivery of healthcare, especially among remote populations and patients with mobility limitations. (Source: International Orthopaedics)
Source: International Orthopaedics - December 12, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
