Journal of pediatric orthopedics
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Serial casting can cure mild infantile idiopathic scoliosis. Its use in delaying surgery in older children and those with larger curves or syndromes is poorly defined. ⋯ Level IV, case series.
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Locking compression plates (LCPs) are being increasingly utilized in fixation of fractures and osteotomies in the pediatric population. However, plate insertion or removal may pose a risk of femoral fractures or refractures. The goal of this study was to analyze failure patterns associated with LCPs and identify possible contributing factors. ⋯ Level IV.
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To evaluate the rate of infection after minimally invasive procedures on a consecutive series of pediatric orthopaedic patients. We hypothesized that the use of preoperative antibiotics for minimally invasive pediatric orthopaedic procedures does not significantly reduce the incidence of surgical site infection requiring surgical debridement within 30 days of the primary procedure. ⋯ Level III, retrospective comparative.
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Tibial tuberosity fractures have been described as uncommon injuries, but their frequency appears to be increasing. Because of the relatively few cases reported in the literature, little is known regarding risk factors for complications. In a large group of adolescents with tibial tuberosity fractures, we noted more frequent complications in patients who had posterior metaphyseal fractures in addition to tibial tuberosity avulsion fractures. The purpose of this study was to examine the outcomes associated with this fracture pattern and compare them with tibial tuberosity fractures without the posterior component. ⋯ Level IV (case study).