Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · May 2019
Meta AnalysisAccuracy of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for subscapularis tear: a systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic studies.
The accuracy of MRI for subscapularis tear is lower than that of overall rotator cuff tears. Until now, no systematic reviews and meta-analysis have been conducted to compile these data. The purpose of this study was to determine, through a systematic review and meta-analysis, the diagnostic accuracy of MRI in the detection of subscapularis tendon tears. ⋯ III, systematic review of Level II and III studies.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · May 2019
Multicenter Study Comparative StudySimultaneous vs staged bilateral total knee arthroplasty: a propensity-matched case-control study from nine fast-track centres.
Limited data exist on patient safety after simultaneous vs staged bilateral total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in matched groups. Hence, the aim of this study was to compare length of stay (LOS), in-hospital complications, 30-day readmissions and mortality after simultaneous and staged bilateral TKA in matched patients. ⋯ We found no significant differences in 30-day readmission rates and mortality between simultaneous and staged bilateral TKA, but the in-hospital complication rate and re-operation rate was higher after the simultaneous procedure calling for further matched investigations in larger cohorts.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · May 2019
Review Case ReportsThe traumatic acromion fracture: review of the literature, clinical examples and proposal of a treatment algorithm.
Traumatic acromion fractures are rare and typically occur in patients with multiple fractures, which often delays diagnosis. Limited guidance exists on the treatment of these fractures. We present a review of the literature from the last 20 years and describe our experience in treating five patients-two conservatively and three with open reduction and internal fixations (ORIF). ⋯ A classification system providing clear guidance on treatment options is needed. Although the non-union rate with conservative treatment is relatively high, it is not always painful or limiting to shoulder function, especially in elderly or less active patients. Fixation seems to be a more suitable treatment option for active patients who are more likely to require revision of symptomatic non-unions.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · May 2019
Factors influencing femoral neck fracture healing after internal fixation with dynamic locking plate.
The purpose of this study was to determine factors that affect the early failure of femoral neck fracture healing after internal fixation with a dynamic locking plate implant. ⋯ In our group of patients, fracture healing failure of the FNF treated with dynamic locking plate reached 41%. This high failure rate was associated with poor fracture reduction, not subchondrally and centrally placed telescoping screws and in the case of complete collapse on at least one of the telescoping screws.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · May 2019
To fuse or not to fuse: a survey among members of the German Spine Society (DWG) regarding lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis and spinal stenosis.
Surgical treatment methods for degenerative spondylolisthesis (decompression versus decompression and fusion) have been critically debated. The medical care situation is almost unknown for either treatment. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to provide information regarding the use of parameters for decision-making and the employment of surgical techniques. ⋯ The present survey depicts the diversity of approaches to surgery for degenerative spondylolistheses in Germany. Considerable differences in treatment selection were observed in relation to the participants' educational level and specialty.