Christopher W. Reilly
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View article: Thrice-weekly post-haemodialysis ceftazidime can achieve adequate pre-dialysis concentrations and clinical cure in patients with melioidosis
Thrice-weekly post-haemodialysis ceftazidime can achieve adequate pre-dialysis concentrations and clinical cure in patients with melioidosis Open
Background Melioidosis is an opportunistic infection caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei. Prolonged IV antibiotic therapy is required to cure the disease. Current guidelines recommend daily ceftazidime for people receiving chronic intermit…
View article: Analyzing Trends in DO Match Rates for Primary vs. Non-Primary Care (2020-2024)
Analyzing Trends in DO Match Rates for Primary vs. Non-Primary Care (2020-2024) Open
View article: Risk Factor Analysis for Growth Arrest in Paediatric Physeal Fractures—A Prospective Study
Risk Factor Analysis for Growth Arrest in Paediatric Physeal Fractures—A Prospective Study Open
Background: Fractures through the physis account for 18–30% of all paediatric fractures, leading to growth arrest in up to 5.5% of cases. We have limited knowledge to predict which physeal fractures result in growth arrest and subsequent d…
View article: Long-Arm Splinting Versus Above-Elbow Casting for Type 1 Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Long-Arm Splinting Versus Above-Elbow Casting for Type 1 Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children: a Randomized Controlled Trial Open
View article: Inter-rater and Intra-rater Reliability in the Radiographic Diagnosis of Growth Arrest in Paediatric Physeal Fractures
Inter-rater and Intra-rater Reliability in the Radiographic Diagnosis of Growth Arrest in Paediatric Physeal Fractures Open
Background Fractures through the physis account for 18–30% of paediatric fractures and can lead to growth arrest in 5–10% of these cases. Long-term radiographic follow-up is usually necessary to monitor for signs of growth arrest at the af…
View article: Is the modified Gartland classification system important in deciding the need for operative management of supracondylar humerus fractures?
Is the modified Gartland classification system important in deciding the need for operative management of supracondylar humerus fractures? Open
Purpose This study examined levels of agreement between paediatric orthopaedic surgeons in the need for operative management of extension-type supracondylar humerus fractures. Methods This was the second phase of a two-part study. De-iden…
View article: Can Tissue Expansion Reconstruction in the Trunk of Children Increase the Risk of Scoliosis?
Can Tissue Expansion Reconstruction in the Trunk of Children Increase the Risk of Scoliosis? Open
Introduction: We hypothesize that treatment of significant truncal lesions with truncal tissue expanders and subsequent flap surgery in pediatric patients may increase the risk of scoliosis. This study aims to investigate any relationship …
View article: DELAY IN DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF ADOLESCENT ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURIES IN A PUBLICLY FUNDED HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
DELAY IN DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF ADOLESCENT ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURIES IN A PUBLICLY FUNDED HEALTHCARE SYSTEM Open
Background: Delay to surgical anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction after injury has been associated with increased frequency and severity of meniscal and articular cartilage pathology. Patient factors that contribute to delayed …
View article: Effects of Bisphosphonate Therapy on Bone Mineral Density in Boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Effects of Bisphosphonate Therapy on Bone Mineral Density in Boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Open
The objective of this study was to estimate the comparative effectiveness of bisphosphonate therapy on bone mineral density (BMD) in patients with corticosteroid-treated Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). A retrospective, comparative effec…
View article: Asymmetric Unilateral Vestibular Perception in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Asymmetric Unilateral Vestibular Perception in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis Open
The cause of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) remains unclear, but one proposed cause of AIS is asymmetric vestibular function and the related descending drive to the spine musculature. The objective of this study was to determine if …
View article: Percutaneous Cholecystostomy Tube Leading to a “Floating” Gallbladder: A Case Report
Percutaneous Cholecystostomy Tube Leading to a “Floating” Gallbladder: A Case Report Open
In patients with significant comorbid conditions, acute cholecystitis is managed through surgical intervention or with cholecystostomy tube placement (CTP). The literature is not definitive in its recommendations for cholecystectomy versus…
View article: Equine eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis in California: retrospective study of 47 eyes from 29 cases (1993‐2017)
Equine eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis in California: retrospective study of 47 eyes from 29 cases (1993‐2017) Open
Objective (a) To evaluate the epidemiology of equine eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis ( EK ) in the western United States, (b) to ascertain the efficacy of keratectomy and diamond burr debridement vs medical management alone, (c) to deter…
View article: Triplane Fracture of the Proximal Tibia: A Case Report and Literature Review
Triplane Fracture of the Proximal Tibia: A Case Report and Literature Review Open
Background. The triplane fracture, a unique transitional physeal injury, is classically described in the distal tibia. A small number of additional anatomic locations are documented in the orthopaedic literature. Methods. Available literat…
View article: Acute kidney injury following spinal instrumentation surgery in children
Acute kidney injury following spinal instrumentation surgery in children Open
We observed a high incidence of AKI following spinal instrumentation surgery in children that is potentially related to the frequent use of nephrotoxins and the amount of fluid administered peri-operatively.
View article: <i>Bacillus pumilus</i>Septic Arthritis in a Healthy Child
<i>Bacillus pumilus</i>Septic Arthritis in a Healthy Child Open
We report a case of septic arthritis caused by a Bacillus species, B. pumilus , occurring in a healthy child. This organism rarely causes serious infections and has only been described in newborns and immunocompromised individuals or as a …
View article: BMPER variants associated with a novel, attenuated subtype of diaphanospondylodysostosis
BMPER variants associated with a novel, attenuated subtype of diaphanospondylodysostosis Open