Journal of orthopaedic trauma
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Hand dominance has been reported to be an important factor affecting outcomes after upper extremity trauma but remains unstudied after hemiarthroplasty for fracture. This study determined whether dominance affected outcomes after hemiarthroplasty for proximal humerus fractures. ⋯ Prognostic Level II. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Comparative Study Controlled Clinical Trial
Retrograde Versus Antegrade Femoral Bone Graft Harvesting Using the Reamer-Irrigator-Aspirator.
To compare retrograde versus antegrade femoral bone graft harvesting using the reamer-irrigator-aspirator system to determine whether there was any difference in intraoperative, postoperative, or patient outcome variables. ⋯ Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Review Meta Analysis
Vitamin C to Prevent Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in Patients With Distal Radius Fractures: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
To determine whether vitamin C is effective in preventing complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) in patients with distal radius fractures. ⋯ The evidence for vitamin C to prevent CRPS in patients with distal radius fractures fails to demonstrate a significant benefit. The overall quality of the evidence is low, and these results should be interpreted in the context of clinical expertise and patient preferences.
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Measuring pelvic ring displacement on plain radiographs has focused on gap and translational displacements with little discussion of rotational displacement, likely because of measurement difficulties. Our hypothesis is that rotational displacement can be accurately measured on computer-reconstructed radiographs (CRRs) with good validity and reliability. ⋯ A new radiographic technique for measuring axial and sagittal rotational deformities shows excellent interobserver reliability and good validity. This technique offers a low-cost and low-radiation examination to assess this deformity, which is readily available in most clinical settings. This measurement system can be used in future clinical studies to assess the clinical implications of residual rotational displacement.