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View article: Tractionless Arthroscopic Treatment of Suspected Hip Septic Arthritis in Adults: A Single-Center Retrospective Case Series with Minimum One-Year Follow-Up
Tractionless Arthroscopic Treatment of Suspected Hip Septic Arthritis in Adults: A Single-Center Retrospective Case Series with Minimum One-Year Follow-Up Open
Background: Septic arthritis of the hip (SAH) requires emergent surgical intervention. While open arthrotomy has been the traditional approach, arthroscopic treatment is emerging as an effective alternative. Tractionless techniques in adul…
View article: EP119 Tractionless Arthroscopic Treatment of Suspected Hip Septic Arthritis in Adults: A Single-Center Retrospective Case Series with Minimum One-Year Follow-up
EP119 Tractionless Arthroscopic Treatment of Suspected Hip Septic Arthritis in Adults: A Single-Center Retrospective Case Series with Minimum One-Year Follow-up Open
Introduction Septic arthritis of the hip (SAH) requires emergent surgery. While open arthrotomy has been the traditional approach, arthroscopic treatment is emerging as a safe, effective alternative. Though traction-based arthroscopy is st…
View article: EP118 Benign intra-articular soft tissue tumors mimicking septic arthritis of the hip: A case series with tenosynovial giant cell tumor predominance
EP118 Benign intra-articular soft tissue tumors mimicking septic arthritis of the hip: A case series with tenosynovial giant cell tumor predominance Open
Background Benign intra-articular soft tissue tumors of the hip, particularly tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT), can mimic septic arthritis, posing a significant diagnostic challenge. Timely differentiation between these entities is cru…
View article: EP75 A Bayesian Approach to Differential Diagnosis Between Septic Arthritis of the Hip and Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
EP75 A Bayesian Approach to Differential Diagnosis Between Septic Arthritis of the Hip and Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor Open
Introduction Tenosynovial giant cell tumors (TGCT) of the hip can mimic septic arthritis (SAH) with acute onset of pain fever, irritable hip symptoms, and inflammatory markers, posing a significant diagnostic challenge. Conventional diagno…
View article: Pre-injection local anesthesia does not affect experienced pain in intra-articular hip injections
Pre-injection local anesthesia does not affect experienced pain in intra-articular hip injections Open
BACKGROUND Intra-articular hip injections (IAHIs) are commonly used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes but are often associated with patient anxiety and fear. The disparity between anticipated and experienced pain during IAHIs and the…
View article: <scp>3D</scp> segmentation and quantitative analysis of age‐related changes in the Hoffa fat pad using <scp>MRI</scp>
<span>3D</span> segmentation and quantitative analysis of age‐related changes in the Hoffa fat pad using <span>MRI</span> Open
The infrapatellar fat pad (IFP), also known as the Hoffa fat pad, is an essential structure in the knee joint with diverse functions and characteristics. Pathological changes in it can lead to anterior knee pain and impingement. The aim of…
View article: A Modified Triangular Arthroscopic Suture-Based Fixation for Tibial Eminence Fractures: Technique, Outcome and Literature Review
A Modified Triangular Arthroscopic Suture-Based Fixation for Tibial Eminence Fractures: Technique, Outcome and Literature Review Open
Objectives: Tibial eminence fractures account for 2% to 5% of all knee injuries. Low-grade fractures, such as Type I, are typically treated conservatively, whereas high-grade fractures, such as Types III and IV, usually require surgical in…
View article: The “Selfie Test”: A Novel Test for the Diagnosis of Lateral Epicondylitis
The “Selfie Test”: A Novel Test for the Diagnosis of Lateral Epicondylitis Open
Background: Lateral epicondylitis (LE) is one of the most diagnosed elbow pathologies. The purpose of this study was to determine the diagnostic test accuracy of a new test (selfie test) for the diagnosis of LE. Methods: Medical data were …
View article: Favorable outcomes of navigated percutaneous ablation and cementoplasty of bone metastasis in the extremities and pelvis-a case series of 13 cases
Favorable outcomes of navigated percutaneous ablation and cementoplasty of bone metastasis in the extremities and pelvis-a case series of 13 cases Open
Objectives Palliative treatment options for bone metastasis are limited, especially in cases where standard protocols have already failed. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of percutaneous ablation, either b…
View article: The anterior superior iliac spine is a reliable novel landmark for preemptive periacetabular analgesia in hip arthroscopy
The anterior superior iliac spine is a reliable novel landmark for preemptive periacetabular analgesia in hip arthroscopy Open
Appropriate post-operative (post-op) pain control has been shown to reduce length of stay and facilitate day case surgery. Periacetabular injection of bupivacaine is effective in pain reduction after hip arthroscopy. This study aims to eva…
View article: Proximal endoscopic repair of the hamstring tendons: a cadaveric anatomical study of posterior hip portals
Proximal endoscopic repair of the hamstring tendons: a cadaveric anatomical study of posterior hip portals Open
Arthroscopy and endoscopic hip surgery have attracted increasing attention in the orthopedic field. In the case of arthroscopy, portals and their relationships with neurovascular bundle structures at risk are well established. However, stu…
View article: MRI-based navigated cryosurgery of extra-abdominal desmoid tumors using skin fiducial markers: a case series of 15 cases
MRI-based navigated cryosurgery of extra-abdominal desmoid tumors using skin fiducial markers: a case series of 15 cases Open
Background Precision surgery is becoming increasingly important in the field of Orthopaedic Oncology. Image-guided percutaneous cryosurgery (CRA) has emerged as a valid treatment modality for extra-abdominal desmoid tumors (EDTs). To date,…
View article: MRI based navigated cryosurgery of extra-abdominal desmoid tumors: A proof of concept study
MRI based navigated cryosurgery of extra-abdominal desmoid tumors: A proof of concept study Open
Background : Computer-guided MRI navigation for soft tissue tumors remains a challenge due to lack of a fixed landmark for registration. Extra-abdominal Desmoid Tumors (EDTs) are soft tissue tumors for which image-guided percutaneous cryos…
View article: Arthroscopic Repair of Humeral Avulsion of Glenohumeral Ligament Lesions: Outcomes at 2-Year Follow-up
Arthroscopic Repair of Humeral Avulsion of Glenohumeral Ligament Lesions: Outcomes at 2-Year Follow-up Open
Background: Humeral avulsion of the glenohumeral ligament (HAGL) is an uncommon condition but a major contributor to shoulder instability and functional decline. Purpose: To describe the pre- and postoperative HAGL lesion presentations of …
View article: The Efficacy of Labral Reconstruction: A Systematic Review
The Efficacy of Labral Reconstruction: A Systematic Review Open
Background: With a greater understanding of the importance of the acetabular labrum in the function of the hip, labral repair is preferred over debridement. However, in some scenarios, preservation or repair of the labrum is not possible, …
View article: Midterm Outcomes and Satisfaction After Hip Arthroscopy Are Associated With Postoperative Rehabilitation Factors
Midterm Outcomes and Satisfaction After Hip Arthroscopy Are Associated With Postoperative Rehabilitation Factors Open
Background: Arthroscopic hip-preservation surgery is commonly performed to address nonarthritic sources of hip pain in young, active individuals. However, there is little evidence to support postoperative rehabilitation protocols, includin…
View article: Combined endoscopic and mini-open repair of chronic complete proximal hamstring tendon avulsion: a novel approach and short-term outcomes
Combined endoscopic and mini-open repair of chronic complete proximal hamstring tendon avulsion: a novel approach and short-term outcomes Open
To evaluate the outcome of a novel, combined endoscopic and mini-open repair (CEMR) of a chronic complete retracted proximal hamstring tendon avulsion (PHA). A retrospective case series of a single-surgeon database for all patients, with a…
View article: A combined endoscopic and open surgical approach for chronic retracted proximal hamstring avulsion
A combined endoscopic and open surgical approach for chronic retracted proximal hamstring avulsion Open
Proximal hamstring avulsion is an uncommon injury which usually requires surgical intervention. When possible, primary surgical fixation is recommended. In chronic hamstring avulsion with significant retraction of the tendon, hamstring rec…
View article: Does capsular closure influence patient-reported outcomes in hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement and labral tear?
Does capsular closure influence patient-reported outcomes in hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement and labral tear? Open
Capsulotomy is necessary to facilitate instrument manoeuvrability within the joint capsule in many arthroscopic hip surgical procedures. In cases where a clear indication for capsular closure does not exist, surgeon’s preference and experi…
View article: Which patients are less likely to improve after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair?
Which patients are less likely to improve after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair? Open
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate which specific factors influence the improvement in function and to estimate the time to obtain pain relief following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Methods: A total of 97 patients (57 me…
View article: Chondral lesions in the hip: a review of relevant anatomy, imaging and treatment modalities
Chondral lesions in the hip: a review of relevant anatomy, imaging and treatment modalities Open
The diagnosis and treatment of chondral lesions in the hip is an ongoing challenge in orthopedics. Chondral lesions are common and several classification systems exist to classify them based on severity, location, radiographic parameters, …
View article: CORR Insights®: When Do Patients Return to Previous Daily Activity After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair?
CORR Insights®: When Do Patients Return to Previous Daily Activity After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair? Open
Where Are We Now? Patients undergoing an orthopaedic procedure should have a reasonable expectation of when they can expect to achieve certain postoperative functional milestones. One study found that patients with meniscal tears had a low…
View article: Simultaneous pigmented villonodular synovitis and synovial chondromatosis of the hip: case report
Simultaneous pigmented villonodular synovitis and synovial chondromatosis of the hip: case report Open
This report presents a case of a 37-year-old female with a history of hip pain. Magnetic resonance arthrography revealed loose bodies within the joint and synovial hypertrophy indicative of synovial chondromatosis (SC). Hip arthroscopy rev…
View article: Graft choices for acetabular labral reconstruction
Graft choices for acetabular labral reconstruction Open
The acetabular labrum plays a key role in maintaining hip function and minimizing hip degeneration. Once thought to be a rare pathology, advances in imaging have led to an increase in the number of diagnosed labral tears. While still a rel…
View article: Hip arthroscopy as a treatment for obturator neuropathy secondary to intra-pelvic ganglion: a case report
Hip arthroscopy as a treatment for obturator neuropathy secondary to intra-pelvic ganglion: a case report Open
The most common types of cystic lesions around the hip joint are synovial or ganglion cysts. In rare cases, the cysts can compress adjacent structures and cause symptoms to arise. Obturator neuropathy secondary to a hip ganglion cyst is a …
View article: A novel non-invasive hip traction technique for hip arthroscopy in the below-knee amputation (BKA) patient
A novel non-invasive hip traction technique for hip arthroscopy in the below-knee amputation (BKA) patient Open
Prolonged sitting and mobilizing from a seated position are known to exacerbate the symptoms in patients with hip pathology. For patients who lack mobility and require extended periods of time in seated positions, such as amputees, the sym…
View article: Anti-inflammatory Prophylaxis Prevents Heterotopic Ossification in Contralateral Side Hip Arthroscopy: A Case Report.
Anti-inflammatory Prophylaxis Prevents Heterotopic Ossification in Contralateral Side Hip Arthroscopy: A Case Report. Open
This case demonstrates the efficacy of HO prophylaxis in a single patient. Routine HO prophylaxis with NSAIDs should be considered for patients undergoing hip arthroscopy with osteoplasty. A minimum of 9 weeks post-operative follow-up is r…