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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The purpose of this study was to analyze the results of the modified Latarjet procedure for shoulder instability associated with an inverted-pear glenoid (bone loss of at least 25% of the width of the inferior glenoid) or an engaging Hill-Sachs lesion. ⋯ Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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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.
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The purpose of this study was to provide evidence of validity for the Hip Outcome Score (HOS) as an outcome instrument in hip arthroscopy. ⋯ Level III, development of diagnostic criteria in a study of nonconsecutive patients.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Extended-duration thromboprophylaxis with enoxaparin after arthroscopic surgery of the anterior cruciate ligament: a prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled study.
To compare the efficacy of extended-duration thromboprophylaxis with enoxaparin for 20 days in the outpatient setting with in-hospital thromboprophylaxis with enoxaparin (3 to 8 days) only in patients who had undergone arthroscopic surgery of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). ⋯ Level I, high-quality randomized controlled trial.