Acta Orthop Traumato
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2011
Deformity correction by Ilizarov distraction osteogenesis after distal radius physeal arrest.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the results of osteotomy and distraction osteogenesis using Ilizarov circular external fixator to treat radial shortening and severe wrist deformity due to neglected post-traumatic distal radius physeal arrest. ⋯ The use of distal metaphyseal osteotomy and Ilizarov distraction osteogenesis is a viable treatment method for neglected physeal fractures of the distal radius as it establishes acceptable deformity correction and a functional wrist joint.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2010
Short-term results of the Oxford phase 3 unicompartmental knee arthroplasty for medial arthritis.
We evaluated short-term results of the Oxford phase 3 unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) in patients with medial compartment arthritis. ⋯ Our findings show that, with proper patient selection and strict adherence to the surgical technique, short-term results of the Oxford phase 3 unicompartmental knee prosthesis are excellent or good in the treatment of medial compartment osteoarthritis.
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The aim of this study was to evaluate surgical treatment and follow-up results of patients who presented to our department with sciatic nerve injuries. ⋯ Low expectations after sciatic nerve repair in the past are now being rapidly replaced by a more optimistic approach. Advances in microsurgery and use of treatment algorithms based on scientific research account for this significant improvement in outcomes after sciatic nerve surgery. Tendon transfers can enhance the success rate and be combined with nerve repair in selected cases.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2010
Randomized Controlled TrialAllogeneic blood transfusion decreases with postoperative autotransfusion in hip and knee arthroplasty.
We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of postoperative autotransfusion method on prevention of the need of allogeneic blood transfusion in hip and knee arthroplasty. ⋯ The need and amount of allogeneic transfusion were reduced with postoperative autotransfusion in both knee and hip arthroplasty groups with greater extent in knee arthroplasty.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2010
Complications encountered in proximal humerus fractures treated with locking plate fixation.
We evaluated the complications encountered following locking plate fixation of proximal humerus fractures. ⋯ Our findings show that locking plate and screw systems represent a significant treatment option in the treatment of comminuted and displaced humerus fractures, with low complication rates. Accurate indication, protection of the head's inclination angle through appropriate surgical approach and proper technique, and fine calculation of screw length are essential for successful functional results.