Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2024
Review Meta Analysis Comparative StudyComparison between screw fixation and plate fixation via sinus tarsi approach for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Optimal surgical fixation for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures (DIACF) remains a subject of debate, particularly regarding the superiority between screw fixation and plate fixation via the sinus tarsi approach (STA). This review aims to determine the preferred treatment for DIACF and compare the outcomes of minimally invasive surgery options. ⋯ Plate fixation demonstrates superior capability in restoring calcaneal width, maintaining Bohler's angle, and minimizing intra-articular step-off, thereby maintaining better reduction of the subtalar articular surface. In addition, plate fixation exhibits the modest complication rate and a low incidence of fixation failure. Therefore, we recommend the use of plate fixation through the STA, especially for complex and comminuted intra-articular calcaneal fractures.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2024
Application of bone cement directly to the implant in primary total knee arthroplasty. Short-term radiological and clinical follow-up of two different cementing techniques.
This study aimed to optimize cement application techniques in fully cemented primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) by comparing the effects of two different approaches: cement on bone surface (CoB) versus cement on bone surface and implant surface (CoBaI) on the short-term presence of radiolucent lines (RLL) as indicators of potential complications. ⋯ The findings of this study suggest that the application of bone cement on bone surface only (CoB) may be more beneficial than applying it on both bone surface and implant surface (CoBaI) in terms of short-term presence of RLL in fully cemented primary TKA. Long-term results, especially with regard to aseptic loosening, will be of interest and may provide valuable guidance for future directions in bone cement applications in TKA.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2024
Does experience with total knee arthroplasty in morbidly obese patients effect surgical outcomes.
Literature examining the risks, benefits, and potential complications of TKA in morbidly obese patients is conflicting. Surgeons with more experience performing TKA on morbidly obese patients may generate superior outcomes. This study sought to assess whether complication rates and implant survivorship in morbidly obese TKA patients varies between high (HV) and low (LV) volume surgeons. ⋯ III.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2024
The economic and clinical impact of fast- versus slow-setting cement in primary total knee arthroplasty.
New bone cement products have been developed attempting to shorten their setting time and thus cut down time in the operating room. This study determines whether faster-setting bone cement shortens time in the operating room, and whether the quantity used compromises postoperative TKA outcomes. Additionally, this study looks at cost analyses of the quantity of bone cement used in TKA procedures. ⋯ III.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2024
Do multiple fractures affect risk of fixation failure after surgical treatment of midshaft clavicle fracture? A retrospective cohort study.
Surgical treatment of midshaft clavicle fractures is associated with quick recovery and low risk of non-union. However, fixation failure may occur in case of severe comminution fractures. Moreover, clinical outcomes may be affected when clavicle fractures occur in combination with other injuries, particularly those involving the lower extremities, as the use of crutches or walkers may hinder the process of rehabilitation by adding strain on the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, resulting in possible fixation failure. This study aims to identify risk factors for fixation failure of midshaft clavicle fractures and elucidate the role of combined fractures in treatment outcomes. ⋯ III.