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View article: Platelet-Rich Plasma Administration to Reduce Surgical Interventions and Improve Functional Outcomes in Patients who have Failed Physical Therapy
Platelet-Rich Plasma Administration to Reduce Surgical Interventions and Improve Functional Outcomes in Patients who have Failed Physical Therapy Open
View article: Does syndesmotic fixation technique impact complication rates and functional outcomes measured by PROMIS scores following operative repair of ankle fractures?
Does syndesmotic fixation technique impact complication rates and functional outcomes measured by PROMIS scores following operative repair of ankle fractures? Open
Syndesmotic fixation with either SB or STA reduces complications compared to screw. While this study was underpowered to detect differences in PROMIS, improved PROMIS for SB and STA vs. screws suggest that these techniques may result in be…
View article: Cost-Effectiveness of Locking vs Nonlocking Plates for Ankle Fracture Fixation: A Retrospective PROMIS-Based Cohort Study
Cost-Effectiveness of Locking vs Nonlocking Plates for Ankle Fracture Fixation: A Retrospective PROMIS-Based Cohort Study Open
Background: The choice between locking and nonlocking plates for ankle fracture fixation is guided by implant cost, patient factors, fracture morphology, and clinical outcomes. Locking plates offer increased stability, particularly in oste…
View article: Fear of Reinjury Limits Patient Functional Outcomes as Measured by PROMIS Following Augmented Broström Procedure
Fear of Reinjury Limits Patient Functional Outcomes as Measured by PROMIS Following Augmented Broström Procedure Open
Background: Fear of reinjury (FORI) can hinder recovery in several orthopaedic conditions, but its impact after augmented Broström repair is unknown. We sought to determine the prevalence of FORI and its association with functional outcome…
View article: Does Syndesmotic Fixation Technique Impact Complication Rates and Functional Outcomes Measured by PROMIS Scores Following Operative Repair of Ankle Fractures?
Does Syndesmotic Fixation Technique Impact Complication Rates and Functional Outcomes Measured by PROMIS Scores Following Operative Repair of Ankle Fractures? Open
Background: It remains unclear whether syndesmotic fixation technique impacts outcomes following ankle fracture surgery. This study investigates which repair technique (transsyndesmotic screws, TightRope, and InternalBrace) results in fewe…
View article: Functional outcomes following minimally invasive Achilles rupture repair: a retrospective comparative study of PARS and midsubstance speedbridge techniques
Functional outcomes following minimally invasive Achilles rupture repair: a retrospective comparative study of PARS and midsubstance speedbridge techniques Open
In the largest study to compare patient-reported outcomes between PARS and MSB, outcomes were similar between both groups. Both techniques resulted in PROMIS PF greater than the population mean and PROMIS PI lower than the population mean.…
View article: Does Deltoid Ligament Repair Reduce Complications and Improve Functional Outcomes Measured by PROMIS Scores Following Ankle Fracture Surgery?
Does Deltoid Ligament Repair Reduce Complications and Improve Functional Outcomes Measured by PROMIS Scores Following Ankle Fracture Surgery? Open
Background: Deltoid repair (DR) in ankle fracture surgery remains controversial. This study aims to determine whether DR reduces complications and improves outcomes measured by Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROM…
View article: Comparing perioperative outcomes after transmetatarsal amputation in patients with or without peripheral vascular disease
Comparing perioperative outcomes after transmetatarsal amputation in patients with or without peripheral vascular disease Open
Background Transmetatarsal amputation (TMA) is a commonly performed procedure for gangrene in the setting of diabetes or peripheral vascular disease. The purpose of this study is to investigate the incidence of and risk factors for reopera…
View article: A CT-Validated Comparative Analysis of Fixation Constructs for Hindfoot Arthrodesis: Fusion and Complication Rates
A CT-Validated Comparative Analysis of Fixation Constructs for Hindfoot Arthrodesis: Fusion and Complication Rates Open
Background: Hindfoot arthrodesis is a procedure commonly performed to address degenerative changes and/or malalignment of the hindfoot, yet robust literature comparing traditional and modern constructs is sparse. The purpose of this study …
View article: Comparing the Cost Effectiveness of Locking vs Nonlocking Plates for Traumatic Ankle Fractures Using PROMIS Scores
Comparing the Cost Effectiveness of Locking vs Nonlocking Plates for Traumatic Ankle Fractures Using PROMIS Scores Open
Submission Type: Ankle Fractures Research Type: Level 3 - Retrospective cohort study, Case-control study, Meta-analysis of Level 3 studies Introduction/Purpose: The choice between locking and nonlocking plates for the fixation of traumatic…
View article: Does Weber Classification Predict Patient Reported Outcomes using PROMIS Scores?
Does Weber Classification Predict Patient Reported Outcomes using PROMIS Scores? Open
Category: Ankle; Trauma Introduction/Purpose: It remains unclear whether ankle fracture pattern as described by the Weber classification—a reproducible method describing the level of fracture with respect to the distal tibiofibular syndesm…
View article: Does Pre-Injury Level of Activity Impact Post-Recovery Activity Level Regardless of Ankle Fracture Type?
Does Pre-Injury Level of Activity Impact Post-Recovery Activity Level Regardless of Ankle Fracture Type? Open
Category: Ankle; Trauma Introduction/Purpose: Studies have evaluated the impact of ankle fracture subtype and level of athletic competition on ability and time to return to sporting activity. Limited studies have analyzed whether pre-injur…
View article: Tibiotalar and Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis Complication Rates by Surgical Construct
Tibiotalar and Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis Complication Rates by Surgical Construct Open
Category: Ankle; Ankle Arthritis Introduction/Purpose: Ankle arthrodesis (AA) is the gold standard for effectively treating end stage ankle arthritis. Anterior anatomic plate fixation has been shown to provide rigid reliable fixation acros…
View article: Epidemiology of Infections, Readmissions, and Reoperations after 1434 Foot and Ankle Surgeries at an Academic Medical Center
Epidemiology of Infections, Readmissions, and Reoperations after 1434 Foot and Ankle Surgeries at an Academic Medical Center Open
Category: Other Introduction/Purpose: Foot and ankle orthopaedic procedures account for approximately 10% of all orthopaedic procedures annually, however, limited data exists on the rates of infection, readmissions and reoperations after s…
View article: Comparing Intraoperative and Postoperative Complications of Shape-Memory Nitinol Staples for Arthrodesis Across the Midfoot and Hindfoot
Comparing Intraoperative and Postoperative Complications of Shape-Memory Nitinol Staples for Arthrodesis Across the Midfoot and Hindfoot Open
Category: Midfoot/Forefoot; Hindfoot Introduction/Purpose: Shape-memory nitinol staples are an increasingly common construct used for arthrodesis of the foot. In evaluating this new construct, a comprehensive understanding of the various c…
View article: Assessing Complication Rates of Constructs Used in Midfoot Arthrodesis
Assessing Complication Rates of Constructs Used in Midfoot Arthrodesis Open
Category: Midfoot/Forefoot; Other Introduction/Purpose: Midfoot arthrodesis is an essential procedure for restoring function and structural integrity to the foot for patients with end stage arthritis of the tarsometatarsal and naviculocune…
View article: Patient Reported Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Achilles Rupture Repair
Patient Reported Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Achilles Rupture Repair Open
Category: Other; Sports Introduction/Purpose: The optimal surgical management of Achilles ruptures remains controversial. The Percutaneous Achilles Repair System (PARS) (Arthrex Inc; Naples, FL) utilizes knots to secure tension at the rupt…
View article: Body Mass Index, Age and Gender Have No Impact on Venous Thromboembolism Rates; An Epidemiologic Study of 1434 Foot and Ankle Surgeries Performed at a Single Academic Medical Center
Body Mass Index, Age and Gender Have No Impact on Venous Thromboembolism Rates; An Epidemiologic Study of 1434 Foot and Ankle Surgeries Performed at a Single Academic Medical Center Open
Category: Other Introduction/Purpose: Despite the large volume of foot and ankle orthopaedic procedures performed annually, there is a paucity of data describing the post-operative complications, including venous thromboembolisms (VTE), an…
View article: Complications of Minimally Invasive Achilles Repair Using the Midsubstance Speedbridge and Percutaneous Achilles Repair System
Complications of Minimally Invasive Achilles Repair Using the Midsubstance Speedbridge and Percutaneous Achilles Repair System Open
Category: Other; Sports Introduction/Purpose: Surgical management of Achilles ruptures with minimally invasive techniques reduces soft tissue injury and complication rates compared to open repair. No consensus in current literature identif…
View article: Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Lateral Ankle Instability: A Review of Current Literature
Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Lateral Ankle Instability: A Review of Current Literature Open
Lateral ankle sprains and instability are an increasingly identified pain point for patients, accounting for 20 to 25% of musculoskeletal injuries. Lateral ankle injuries are especially concerning given the propensity for patients to devel…
View article: Republication of “A Biomechanical Comparison of Limited Open Versus Krackow Repair for Achilles Tendon Rupture”
Republication of “A Biomechanical Comparison of Limited Open Versus Krackow Repair for Achilles Tendon Rupture” Open
Background: Soft tissue complications after Achilles tendon repair has led to increased interest in less invasive techniques. Various limited open techniques have gained popularity as an alternative to open operative repair. The purpose of…
View article: Imaging of osteoarthritis from the ankle through the midfoot
Imaging of osteoarthritis from the ankle through the midfoot Open
View article: Use of a Novel Adhesive Suture Retention Device in Non-traumatic Diabetic Lower Extremity Amputations: A Multicenter Case Review.
Use of a Novel Adhesive Suture Retention Device in Non-traumatic Diabetic Lower Extremity Amputations: A Multicenter Case Review. Open
Utilization of the ARSD decreased the incidence of postoperative wound dehiscence and reamputation in this patient cohort, thus lessening patient morbidity and decreasing the overall cost of care.
View article: Does the Addition of Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate from the Pelvis Improve Fusion Rates of Hindfoot and Ankle Arthrodesis?
Does the Addition of Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate from the Pelvis Improve Fusion Rates of Hindfoot and Ankle Arthrodesis? Open
Category: Ankle Arthritis; Ankle; Hindfoot Introduction/Purpose: Ankle and hindfoot arthrodesis are common interventions for degenerative and inflammatory foot and ankle conditions. These include, but are not limited to osteoarthritis, inf…
View article: Patient-reported Outcomes of Revision Ankle Open Reduction Internal Fixation
Patient-reported Outcomes of Revision Ankle Open Reduction Internal Fixation Open
Ankle fractures may require revision surgery for malunion or suboptimal joint congruence results after initial surgical or nonsurgical treatment. There is limited literature on the outcomes of patients undergoing such revision surgery for …
View article: Characteristics and Trends of Highly Cited Articles in Calcaneus Fracture Research
Characteristics and Trends of Highly Cited Articles in Calcaneus Fracture Research Open
Background: Despite significant effort expended toward exploring fracture patterns, surgical timing, surgical approaches, and possible implants within the calcaneus fracture literature, treatment is still fraught with complications and con…
View article: Homolateral Lisfranc Dislocation 1-5 in a Collegiate Quarterback: A Case Study
Homolateral Lisfranc Dislocation 1-5 in a Collegiate Quarterback: A Case Study Open
Background: Lisfranc injuries encompass a spectrum of injuries to the tarsometatarsal (TMT) joint complex from ligamentous sprains to fractures with dislocation. While studies have shown it is possible to return to sport (RTS) after low-en…
View article: Evaluating Prospective Patient-Reported Pain and Function Outcomes After Ankle and Hindfoot Arthrodesis
Evaluating Prospective Patient-Reported Pain and Function Outcomes After Ankle and Hindfoot Arthrodesis Open
Background: Hindfoot and ankle fusions are mechanically limiting procedures for patients. However, patient-reported outcomes of these procedures have not been well studied. This study assessed outcomes of hindfoot and ankle fusions by usin…
View article: Trends in Leadership Within Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Fellowships
Trends in Leadership Within Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Fellowships Open
Background: No study in the orthopedic literature has analyzed the demographic characteristics or surgical training of foot and ankle fellowship directors (FDs). Our group sought to illustrate demographic trends among foot and ankle fellow…
View article: Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Patients’ Perceptions of Safety and Need for Elective Foot and Ankle Surgery in the United States
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Patients’ Perceptions of Safety and Need for Elective Foot and Ankle Surgery in the United States Open
Background: With the development of the COVID-19 pandemic, elective foot and ankle surgeries were delayed throughout the United States to divert health care resources and limit exposure. Little is known about the impact of COVID-19 on pati…