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New mini-invasive posterior approach for humerus plating
Conclusions The posterior approach for humerus MIPO is possible, safe, feasible, and efficient. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Late fixation of vertically unstable type-C pelvic fractures: difficulties and surgical solutions
Conclusion Surgical management of delayed vertically unstable pelvic fractures is recommended to achieve anatomical reduction and rigid fixation and to avoid long-term morbidity. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Modular revision stems: how can they help us in the management of Vancouver B2 and B3 periprosthetic fractures?
Conclusions Modular revision stems provide some advantages compared with osteosynthesis in that they make early weight bearing possible. In addition, version, offset, and limb length is easier to control and calculate. Therefore, modular revision stems should be considered the treatment of choice for periprosthetic femoral fractures. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Deltoid ligament and syndesmotic injury of the ankle without fibular fracture: a treatment summary report
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Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Two-staged arthroscopy-assisted treatment of a large depression fracture in the lateral femoral condyle associated with an acute anterior cruciate ligament tear
Abstract A 38-year-old man sustained a large depression fracture in the lateral femoral condyle associated with an acute anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in the right knee, while snowboarding. Ten days after the injury, we started a two-staged operation plan. Because the depressed area in the lateral femoral condyle was very huge, we performed an arthroscopically assisted reduction of the depression fracture in the first operation. Under arthroscopic observations, we created a bone tunnel from the extra-articular wall of the lateral condyle towards the depressed subchondral area and anatomically re...
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Non-operative treatment of an os peroneum fracture in a diabetic patient
We report a 45-year-old diabetic patient who developed a lateral side foot pain after trauma, gradually worsening over a period of 6 months, and made a delayed presentation to the clinic. The physical examination, radiography and magnetic resonance imaging showed a displaced fracture of an os peroneum and peroneus longus tenosynovitis. She was managed conservatively with a satisfactory outcome. We report this case to increase the awareness among clinicians about this relatively rare condition and also review the role of conservative treatment for this. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Comparative, prospective, randomized study of the modified minimally invasive technique versus the conventional technique of dynamic hip screw (DHS), fixation for intertrochanteric fractures in the elderly
Conclusions The modified minimally invasive dynamic hip screw fixation had less operative time than in previously reported studies. It has better outcome measures, which benefit the patients and reduce the hospital costs. Level of Clinical Evidence: Therapeutic level III (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Distal radius fractures: using the ulna as an internal fixator: pilot study
Conclusion At the short term follow up, nonbridging fixation using the ulna as an internal fixator for unstable fractures of the distal radius (with sufficient space for the placement of pins in the distal fragment) is a simple and minimally invasive technique. It reliably maintains the anatomy and yields good functional outcome. Level of evidence Therapeutic, level IV. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Erratum to: Late fixation of vertically unstable type-C pelvic fractures: difficulties and surgical solutions
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Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Patellar tendon rupture after total knee arthroplasty: semitendinosus tendon graft augmentation with direct repair
Conclusion The right alignment and rotation of the knee prosthesis, together with good surgical technique in a primary operation, are the most important factors to avoid the catastrophic complication of patellar tendon rupture during or after the total knee arthroplasty. However, if patellar tendon rupture does occur, the use of our operative technique and rehabilitation program can bring good functional results. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 24, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Correction of severe adolescent tibia vara by a single-stage V-shaped osteotomy using Ilizarov fixator
Conclusions This technique seems to provide satisfactory basis for a dependable method of correction for severe adolescent tibia vara. Level of Evidence Level IV, Case series study, Closed Cohort Study. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - February 18, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Plate or nail for distal tibia fractures: Is there a clear answer?
Conclusions Both implants are useful and effective. The clear answer is that no best implant and preoperative planning is the cornerstone to determine the patient, fracture, and surgeon factors that give priority for one implant over the other. (Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - January 21, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Simultaneous meningitis, sepsis and prosthetic hip infection caused by group B Streptococcus
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Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - January 18, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

Comparison of cruciate sacrificing and cruciate retaining PFC sigma TKR—minimum 2-year follow-up
This study compares clinical outcomes in groups having PS and CR total knee arthroplasty in a large series at 2 years follow-up. Methods A total of 683 patients were consecutively enrolled in a prospective multi-centre study with two arms. In the first arm, patients received a PS component and were randomised to receive either a mobile or fixed bearing implant. In the second arm, patients receiving a CR component were similarly randomised. All patients were assessed using standard tools (Oxford Knee Score (OKS), American Knee Society Score (AKSS...
Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - December 30, 2014 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research

A complex coronal fracture dislocation of the hamate-5th metacarpal
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Source: European Orthopaedics and Traumatology - December 27, 2014 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research