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View article: Risk Factors for Nonunion Following Lateral Locked Plating of Distal Femoral Fractures
Risk Factors for Nonunion Following Lateral Locked Plating of Distal Femoral Fractures Open
Background: Lateral locked plating remains an important treatment strategy for distal femoral fractures but has been associated with nonunion rates ranging from 6% to 20%. The objective of this study was to identify factors associated with…
View article: Radiographic Thigh Muscle Measurements Are Independently Associated with 1-Year Mortality Following Hip Fracture Surgery
Radiographic Thigh Muscle Measurements Are Independently Associated with 1-Year Mortality Following Hip Fracture Surgery Open
Background: Geriatric hip fractures remain associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Identifying factors associated with such outcomes is an important step for improvement of prognostication and supporting individualized care. S…
View article: Cost-effectiveness of operative versus nonoperative treatment of lateral compression type 1 pelvic fractures
Cost-effectiveness of operative versus nonoperative treatment of lateral compression type 1 pelvic fractures Open
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View article: The Effect of Assistive Devices on the Accuracy of Fitbits in Healthy Individuals: A Brief Report
The Effect of Assistive Devices on the Accuracy of Fitbits in Healthy Individuals: A Brief Report Open
Our study explored the accuracy of Fitbit recorded step count during the use of an assistive device (two-wheeled walker and standard cane) at various body positions (wrists, hips, and ankles). Participants (n = 11) ambulated an obstacle co…
View article: Prevalence, resources, provider insights, and outcomes: a review of patient mental health in orthopaedic trauma
Prevalence, resources, provider insights, and outcomes: a review of patient mental health in orthopaedic trauma Open
This literature review examines the impact of orthopaedic trauma on patient mental health. It focuses on patient outcomes, available resources, and healthcare provider knowledge and education. Orthopaedic trauma represents a significant ph…
View article: Beyond Mortality: Severely Frail Femur Fracture Patients Can Regain Independence after Surgery
Beyond Mortality: Severely Frail Femur Fracture Patients Can Regain Independence after Surgery Open
Objectives: Little is known about the post-operative functional outcomes of severely frail femur fracture patients, with previous studies focusing on complications and mortality. This study investigated patient- or proxy-reported outcomes …
View article: Comparing Entomology-Themed Outreach Events: Annual Festivals and Open Houses in the United States
Comparing Entomology-Themed Outreach Events: Annual Festivals and Open Houses in the United States Open
Over the past several decades, there has been a growing prevalence of entomology-themed outreach events, which seek to educate the public about insects and other arthropods, fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of these often…
View article: Elder Abuse in the Orthopaedic Patient: An Updated Review of Prevalence, Identification, and Screening Tools for Orthopaedic Surgeons
Elder Abuse in the Orthopaedic Patient: An Updated Review of Prevalence, Identification, and Screening Tools for Orthopaedic Surgeons Open
Introduction Elder abuse is a prevalent, though often overlooked and underreported, cause of musculoskeletal injury in the elderly population. The purpose of this review is to provide an updated overview of the prevalence of elder abuse, i…
View article: Optimizing Outcomes after Operative Treatment Bicondylar Tibial Plateau Fractures - Time for Innovation?
Optimizing Outcomes after Operative Treatment Bicondylar Tibial Plateau Fractures - Time for Innovation? Open
Bicondylar tibial plateau fractures are technically demanding fractures that have a high complication rate. We sought to review the recent literature with the aim to summarize the development of new classification systems that may enhance …
View article: The Biomechanical Performance of Different Plate Fixation Configurations to Repair Vancouver Type C Periprosthetic Femur Fractures
The Biomechanical Performance of Different Plate Fixation Configurations to Repair Vancouver Type C Periprosthetic Femur Fractures Open
Objectives The incidence of femoral periprosthetic fractures (PPF) is rising. Vancouver type C PPFs compromise the majority type of fracture associated with high complication rates. The complexity of Vancouver C-type PPFs lies in the prese…
View article: A longitudinal rat model for assessing postoperative recovery and bone healing following tibial osteotomy and plate fixation
A longitudinal rat model for assessing postoperative recovery and bone healing following tibial osteotomy and plate fixation Open
View article: Degree of articular injury as measured by CT cross sectional area is associated with physical function following the treatment of bicondylar tibial plateau fractures
Degree of articular injury as measured by CT cross sectional area is associated with physical function following the treatment of bicondylar tibial plateau fractures Open
Background Bicondylar tibial plateau fractures are complex injuries that commonly require surgical repair. Long-term clinical outcome has been associated with discrepancies in leg alignment, instability and condylar width abnormalities. Wh…
View article: Trends in non-operative management of low-energy pelvic fracture: An analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample
Trends in non-operative management of low-energy pelvic fracture: An analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample Open
View article: Outcomes of fixation of Vancouver B periprosthetic fractures around cemented versus uncemented stems
Outcomes of fixation of Vancouver B periprosthetic fractures around cemented versus uncemented stems Open
View article: Spinal epidural tuberculoma with osseous involvement: illustrative case
Spinal epidural tuberculoma with osseous involvement: illustrative case Open
BACKGROUND A tuberculosis infection of the central nervous system can present as a localized, intraspinal tuberculoma. These lesions may cause spinal cord compression requiring early identification and surgical decompression to limit delet…
View article: Clinic follow-up of orthopaedic trauma patients during and after the post-surgical global period: a retrospective cohort study
Clinic follow-up of orthopaedic trauma patients during and after the post-surgical global period: a retrospective cohort study Open
Background Insurance status is important as medical expenses may decrease the likelihood of follow-up after musculoskeletal trauma, especially for low-income populations. However, it is unknown what insurance factors are associated with fo…
View article: Outcomes of associated both-column acetabular fractures with and without a posterior wall fracture- A retrospective observational cohort study
Outcomes of associated both-column acetabular fractures with and without a posterior wall fracture- A retrospective observational cohort study Open
View article: Impact of Age on Functional Outcome After Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Performed for Proximal Humerus Fractures or Their Sequelae.
Impact of Age on Functional Outcome After Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Performed for Proximal Humerus Fractures or Their Sequelae. Open
At a minimum of 3 years after RSA for a complex PHF or fracture sequelae, we found no significant difference in complications, reoperation rates, or functional outcomes between younger patients with an average age of 64 years and older pat…
View article: Use of a Six-Item Modified Frailty Index to Predict 30-day Adverse Events, Readmission, and Mortality in Older Patients Undergoing Surgical Fixation of Lower Extremity, Pelvic, and Acetabular Fractures
Use of a Six-Item Modified Frailty Index to Predict 30-day Adverse Events, Readmission, and Mortality in Older Patients Undergoing Surgical Fixation of Lower Extremity, Pelvic, and Acetabular Fractures Open
Introduction: This is a retrospective study evaluating the use of a new six-item modified frailty index (MF-6) to predict short-term outcomes of patients receiving surgery for lower extremity fractures. Methods: Patients older than 65 year…
View article: The impact of COVID-19 restrictions on participant enrollment in the PREPARE trial
The impact of COVID-19 restrictions on participant enrollment in the PREPARE trial Open
View article: Comparative Outcomes and Surgical Timing for Operative Fragility Hip Fracture Patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Comparative Outcomes and Surgical Timing for Operative Fragility Hip Fracture Patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
The COVID-19 pandemic had wide-reaching effects on healthcare delivery, including care for hip fractures, a common injury among older adults. This study characterized factors related to surgical timing and outcomes, length-of-stay, and dis…
View article: Risk Factors for Aseptic Revision of Surgically-Treated Ankle Fractures
Risk Factors for Aseptic Revision of Surgically-Treated Ankle Fractures Open
Category: Trauma; Ankle Introduction/Purpose: Early revision rates within 12 months after ankle fracture open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) are fairly low, however remain relevant given the sheer volume of ankle fractures which occur …
View article: External validation of the U-HIP prediction model for in-hospital mortality in geriatric hip fracture patients
External validation of the U-HIP prediction model for in-hospital mortality in geriatric hip fracture patients Open
View article: Computed tomography-based body composition profile as a screening tool for geriatric frailty detection
Computed tomography-based body composition profile as a screening tool for geriatric frailty detection Open
View article: Found Down Extremity Compartment Syndrome Secondary to Substance Use
Found Down Extremity Compartment Syndrome Secondary to Substance Use Open
Background: With the worsening opioid epidemic in America, more patients are developing found down extremity compartment syndrome (FDECS). The purpose of this study was to describe this patient population, including their presenting sympto…
View article: Review for "Computer vision syndrome in healthcare workers using video display terminals: an exploration of the risk factors"
Review for "Computer vision syndrome in healthcare workers using video display terminals: an exploration of the risk factors" Open
View article: The effect of surgeon-controlled variables on construct stiffness in lateral locked plating of distal femoral fractures
The effect of surgeon-controlled variables on construct stiffness in lateral locked plating of distal femoral fractures Open
View article: Effect of Intrawound Vancomycin Powder in Operatively Treated High-risk Tibia Fractures
Effect of Intrawound Vancomycin Powder in Operatively Treated High-risk Tibia Fractures Open
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02227446.
View article: Factors for Increased Hospital Stay and Utilization of Post -Acute Care Facilities in Geriatric Orthopaedic Fracture Patients.
Factors for Increased Hospital Stay and Utilization of Post -Acute Care Facilities in Geriatric Orthopaedic Fracture Patients. Open
Elderly fracture patients utilize a significant amount of post-acute care resources and age, CCI, surgery, fracture location, pre-injury ambulatory status, and pre-injury living status were found to be associated with the use of these reso…
View article: Treatment and outcomes of basicervical femoral neck fractures: A systematic review
Treatment and outcomes of basicervical femoral neck fractures: A systematic review Open
Purpose: This study aims to systematically review the literature comparing surgical treatments options and respective failure rates for basicervical hip fractures. Methods: A comprehensive search of databases, including MEDLINE, Embase, We…