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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Obesity is highly prevalent among patients with knee and shoulder injuries and is associated with greater odds of surgical treatment for these injuries. The purpose of this systematic review was to summarize the literature that has examined the association between body mass index (BMI) and outcomes of ambulatory knee and shoulder surgery. ⋯ Level IV, systematic review of Level I, III, and IV studies.
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To compare the clinical outcomes of femoral knot/press-fit anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with conventional techniques using femoral interference screws. ⋯ Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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To present a 5-year comparison of the functional outcomes of combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterolateral corner (PLC) reconstruction with those of isolated ACL reconstruction. ⋯ Level III, case-control study.
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The purpose of this study was to assess the incidence of total venous thromboembolism (VTE) after knee arthroscopy with routinely applied venography. ⋯ Level IV, prognostic case series.