Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Aug 2009
Flexor hallucis longus tendon transfer for reconstruction of chronically ruptured Achilles tendons.
To report the mid-term results of flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon transfer for reconstruction of chronically ruptured Achilles tendons. ⋯ Transfer of the FHL for reconstruction of chronically ruptured Achilles tendons is effective, safe and easily performed in patients with low-to-moderate demands.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Aug 2009
Comment Letter Comparative StudyComparison of acetabular reamings during hip resurfacing versus uncemented total hip arthoplasty.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2009
Use of suture anchors for coronoid fractures in the terrible triad of the elbow.
To report outcomes in 6 patients with the terrible triad of the elbow treated with our modified protocol. ⋯ Repair of the articular capsule using suture anchors in addition to replacement of the radial head and repair of the lateral collateral ligament achieves favourable outcome in patients with the terrible triad of the elbow.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Apr 2009
Unreamed intramedullary nailing with oblique proximal and biplanar distal interlocking screws for proximal third tibial fractures.
To assess the outcome of unreamed intramedullary nailing through the lateralised entry point using oblique proximal and biplanar distal interlocking screws. ⋯ Unreamed intramedullary nailing with oblique proximal and biplanar distal interlocking screws for proximal third tibial fractures was effective in preventing malalignment.
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To evaluate the efficacy of Philos plate fixation for proximal humerus fractures. ⋯ The Philos plate fixation is appropriate treatment for proximal humeral fractures.