Acta Orthop Traumato
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Comparative StudyValidation of the Turkish version of the visual analog scale spine score in patients with spinal fractures.
The visual analog scale spine score (VASSS) is a valid and reliable instrument for outcome assessment of patients with thoracic and lumbar spine fractures. The aim of this study was to prepare a Turkish version of the VASSS and to validate its use for assessing treatment outcomes in Turkish patients with spinal trauma. ⋯ The Turkish version of the VASSS is a reliable and valid instrument to assess the outcome in patients with thoracic or lumbar spinal fractures in the Turkish population.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Comparative StudyLower extremity soft tissue reconstruction with free flap based on subscapular artery.
The purpose of our study was to evaluate the results of the reconstruction of the lower extremity defects with free flaps based on the subscapular artery. ⋯ The subscapular vascular system based flaps have an optimal vascularity once they are prepared with adequate pedicles, causing minimal donor site morbidity. These flaps are a safe and effective alternative in lower extremity reconstruction. On the other hand, in the absence of appropriate recipient vessels, single or combined cross-leg free flaps may provide successful repair.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Treatment of Neer Type 2 fractures of the distal clavicle with coracoclavicular screw.
The aim of this study was to assess the outcome of coracoclavicular screw fixation in displaced distal clavicular fractures. ⋯ Coracoclavicular screw fixation in the treatment of distal clavicular fractures is a reliable, simple and cost effective technique.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Comparative StudyA new technique in the treatment of distal radius fractures: the Micronail®.
In 2006, an intramedullar titanium osteosynthesis for the stabilization of distal radius fractures was introduced in The Netherlands: the Micronail®. The Micronail® can be used in approximately 30% of distal radius fracture treatments. This article presents the introduction of this new treatment, and first clinical results. ⋯ The first results of Micronail® are promising. It has the advantages of other operative techniques (minimally invasive, stable, intramedullar) without their known disadvantages. Short immobilization is sufficient, after which full load-carrying exercises are indicated.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Comparative StudyFixation of femoral neck fractures with three screws: results and complications.
To evaluate the results and complications of femoral neck fractures treated with internal fixation with three screws with an average follow-up of three years. ⋯ Operative treatment with internal fixation using three screws in femoral neck fractures in the first 24 hours after a fracture gives favourable results in young patients that are too young to be considered for arthroplasty.