Acta Orthop Traumato
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Factors affecting the results of treatment in traumatic dislocation of the hip].
We evaluated the long-term results of conservative and surgical treatment and the effect of prognostic factors on these results in patients with traumatic dislocation of the hip. ⋯ Our data may provide insight into the factors affecting the prognosis of traumatic hip dislocations treated by closed or open reduction.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Arthroscopic selective capsular release in the treatment of frozen shoulder].
We evaluated the results of arthroscopic selective capsular release in patients with frozen shoulder. ⋯ Patients with frozen shoulder unresponsive to conservative treatment can be effectively treated with arthroscopic selective capsular release and manipulation.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2005
[Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning with three Kirschner wires in children with type III displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus].
We evaluated the results of closed reduction and percutaneous pinning in the treatment of displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children. ⋯ Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning with three K-wires is an efficacious and safe procedure with a low complication rate in the treatment of type III displaced supracondylar fractures of the humerus.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2004
[Early results of nerve surgery in obstetrical brachial plexus palsy].
To present surgical techniques and early postoperative results of patients who underwent nerve surgery for obstetrical brachial plexus palsy. ⋯ Early diagnosis and nerve surgery in patients having insufficient muscle activity and requiring surgical intervention may prevent atrophy of the muscles and provide a more functional upper extremity.
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Acta Orthop Traumato · Jan 2004
Case Reports[Subcutaneous injection of insecticide for attempted suicide: a report of two cases].
We present two patients (30-year-old female, and 20-year-old male) who attempted suicide by injecting commercially available insecticides into the forearm. No systemic signs of intoxication were observed during the acute and subacute periods. ⋯ At surgery, extensive subcutaneous necrosis was observed. During long-term follow-ups, no motor and sensory deficits or contractures were seen.