Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Continuous infusion of a local anesthetic versus interscalene block for postoperative pain control after arthroscopic shoulder surgery.
The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the efficacy, complication rate, and cost of a 1-time interscalene block compared with a continuous infusion of a local anesthetic for postoperative pain relief in patients having arthroscopic shoulder surgery. ⋯ Level I, prospective, randomized controlled trial.
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Comparative Study
Olecranon fractures repaired with FiberWire or metal wire tension banding: a biomechanical comparison.
Tension band constructs are commonly used for olecranon fracture fixation. The purpose of this study was to determine if a tension band constructed of FiberWire (Arthrex, Naples, FL), a high-strength polyester and polyethylene suture, will provide fixation that is equivalent to an 18-gauge metal wire tension band. ⋯ FiberWire tension bands may be used in place of metal wire tension bands without sacrificing fixation strength.