Acta Orthop Traumato
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2006
[The results of calcaneal lengthening osteotomy for the treatment of flexible pes planovalgus and evaluation of alignment of the foot].
We evaluated the results of calcaneal lengthening using the modified Evans osteotomy technique in patients with flexible pes planovalgus and the effectiveness of this technique in restoring the alignment of the foot. ⋯ Calcaneal lengthening osteotomy for symptomatic pes planovalgus provides pain relief and significant clinical and radiographic correction in the hind foot and forefoot.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Treatment of medial epicondyle fractures accompanying elbow dislocations in children].
We evaluated the clinical and radiographic results of treatment for medial epicondyle fractures accompanying elbow dislocations in children. ⋯ Patients with entrapment of the medial epicondylar fragment in the joint and with a displacement of more than 5 mm should undergo surgery, while those with a displacement of 5 mm or less can be treated conservatively.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Closed reduction and percutaneous lateral pin fixation in the treatment of displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children].
We evaluated the results of closed reduction and percutaneous lateral-pin fixation in the treatment of displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children. ⋯ Closed reduction and percutaneous lateral pinning proved an efficient, reliable, and safe method in the treatment of displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children.
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We evaluated the results of medical and surgical treatment for venomous snakebites and reviewed current principles of first aid and therapy for affected patients. ⋯ Management of snakebite victims include an appropriate first aid and treatment at the hospital; identification of compartment syndrome through clinical means and measurements should lead to an indication for fasciotomy.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Management of fibular hemimelia with the Ilizarov circular external fixator].
We evaluated the results of treatment with the Ilizarov circular external fixator for limb length inequality and deformities in patients with type IA, IB, and type II fibular hemimelia. ⋯ The Ilizarov technique is a convenient method in the correction of angular and rotational deformities while enabling distraction in type I and type II fibular hemimelia.