Rozhledy v chirurgii : měsíčník Československé chirurgické společnosti
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Intertrochanteric and subtrochanteric fractures are a quite heterogeneous and imprecisely defined group of fractures. These fractures can be essentially divided into two basic groups. The first one belongs to trochanteric fractures. ⋯ Pseudoarthrosis or varus malalignment in a healed hip should be managed by valgus osteotomy. When the femoral head or the acetabulum is damaged, total hip arthroplasty is indicated. A prerequisite for successful surgical outcome is urgently and correctly performed osteosynthesis allowing for early rehabilitation and mobilisation of the patient.
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This paper deals with the results of recently published studies on the importance of the use of antibiotics in the treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis. It is based on the articles available in the Medline database. ⋯ The prevalence of diverticulosis in the developed countries of the Western world is increasing and, along with it, the costs of treatment of diverticulitis. The use of antibiotics in the treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis does not reduce the incidence of complications or shorten the treatment, nor does it reduce the risk of recurrence.