European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Dec 2022
Observational StudyEpidemiology, classification and treatment of patella fractures: an observational study of 3194 fractures from the Swedish Fracture Register.
Basic epidemiological data on patella fractures derived from large nationwide and multicenter studies are scarce. This observational register study describes patient epidemiology, fracture classification and treatment of patella fractures in adults in a Swedish population. ⋯ Patella fractures mainly occur in elderly women (> 65 years), commonly caused by low-energy trauma. The main treatment is non-operative (67%), except for transverse (AO/OTA C3) fractures. TBW remains the most used operative treatment of choice. These results may help health care providers, researchers and clinicians better understand the panorama of patella fractures in Sweden.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Dec 2022
Comparison of fluoroscopy and fluoroscopy-based 2D computer navigation for iliosacral screw placement: a retrospective study.
Treatment of pelvic fractures is often complicated. Here, we intended to evaluate the intraoperative benefits of using 2D computer navigation when compared with traditional fluoroscopy on X-ray burden, surgical time and screw placement accuracy. ⋯ 2D computer navigation is a safe and accurate method for placement of screws during posterior pelvic fracture osteosynthesis, associated with lower intraoperative radiation burden and shorter surgical times compared to standard fluoroscopy, especially if two screws are inserted.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Dec 2022
Proximal humeral fracture osteosynthesis in Belgium: a retrospective population-based epidemiologic study.
Proximal humeral fractures (PHF) comprise approximately five percent of all fractures and this percentage will continue to increase due to the aging population with accompanying osteoporosis. Most PHF can be treated conservatively; however, in displaced fractures, surgical treatment is recommended. Retrospective analyses of large groups or even populations are important as they can contribute to the needs of the community. The aim of this study was to assess the epidemiology and management of PHF fixation in Belgium based on the most recently available data from the last 5 years. ⋯ The overall incidence of PHF increased by 12% over the last 5 years. The majority were treated nonoperatively in Belgium.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Dec 2022
Observational StudyAll-terrain vehicle (ATV)-related injuries among different age groups: insights from a 9-year observational study.
To describe the epidemiology, patterns, seasonality and outcome of all-terrain vehicle-related injuries (ATVRIs) among different age groups in Qatar. ⋯ This is a nationwide study looking at all age groups who sustained ATVRI in Qatar. ATVRIs were observed in all age groups following leisure and recreational use. It follows a seasonal pattern with poor protective measures compliance. There is a need to reinforce helmet use and raise public awareness.