Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2011
Comparative StudyManagement of musculoskeletal injuries after the 2009 western Sumatra earthquake.
To report injury patterns and management of musculoskeletal injuries after an earthquake. ⋯ Our team was effective in managing orthopaedic injuries after an earthquake. The postoperative complication rate was low. Regional and spinal anaesthesia are relatively safe alternatives to general anaesthesia when carried out under such austere circumstances. The success of the mission depended on collaboration with the local health care workers and external agencies.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2011
Comparative StudyUnipolar versus bipolar uncemented hemiarthroplasty for elderly patients with displaced intracapsular femoral neck fractures.
To compare outcomes of unipolar versus bipolar uncemented hemiarthroplasty and determine factors affecting outcomes. ⋯ In elderly patients with femoral neck fractures who were fit and physiologically young, uncemented bipolar hemiarthroplasty seemed to achieve better functional outcome.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2011
Biography Historical ArticleTribute to a pioneer and leader in orthopaedic surgery.