Acute Isolated Meniscal Pathology Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline is based on a systematic review of published studies for the treatment of acute isolated meniscal pathology. This guideline contains three recommendations and six options to assist orthopaedic surgeons and all qualified […]

To compare intramedullary nailing (IMN; suprapatellar, infrapatellar, or parapatellar) with minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) for proximal tibial fractures by systematically evaluating clinical outcomes./r/nWe included English-language randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and […]

The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of different complications of temporomandibular joint replacement surgery in adult patients. An electronic search of PubMed, Embase, Web of Science Core Collection and Google Scholars was performed. Clinical studies with at least 10 patients […]

Two tibial component designs are mainly used in fixed-bearing unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA): metal-backed (MtB) and all-polyethylene (AP). While AP components allow for increased polyethylene thickness with minimal bone resection, MtB implants offer modularity for isolated bearing […]

As interest in hip resurfacing arthroplasty (HRA) expands to complex pathologies, developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) has emerged as a challenging but increasingly considered indication. Although severe DDH often precludes resurfacing because of distorted anatomy, mild cases (Crowe I and II) […]

Cervical Disc Arthroplasty (CDA) treats cervical disc degeneration while preserving spinal mobility. Although effective, the procedure poses a risk to the Vertebral Artery (VA), which transverses the foramina of C2-C6 and enters the skull via the foramen magnum. While the vertebral artery injury […]

Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by lateral elbow pain and functional impairment. While both extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and ultrasound therapy are frequently used interventions, their relative effectiveness remains uncertain. This […]

Shoulder arthroplasty is increasingly performed for shoulder conditions such as arthritis, rotator cuff arthropathy, and traumatic injuries. Registries and other compilations of patient data provide the opportunity to detect meaningful differences in outcomes between alternative techniques and […]

Osteomyelitis (OM) is a challenging bone infection that commonly associated from trauma or surgical procedures. Although it typically affects long bones, osteomyelitis of the cuboid bone is rare due to its distinct anatomical features and abundant vascular supply. Early recognition and prompt […]

A case of a 40-year-old patient who presented to the clinic due to carpal tunnel syndrome of the left hand was presented. Four years earlier, the same patient underwent four-finger amputation of his right dominant hand due to fulminant necrosis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes infection. […]

Herein, we present a case of synovitis, acne, pustular lesions, hyperostosis, and osteitis (SAPHO) syndrome in which the patient had monoclonal gammopathy. To identify whether the patient had blood proliferative disorders, we performed bone marrow aspiration and positron emission […]

This systematic review aimed to compare the cost-effectiveness of robotic-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (rUKA) with manual UKA (mUKA) for patients who have isolated unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis (OA)./r/nA systematic review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines, searching […]

Hemophilic arthropathy, resulting from recurrent joint bleeding in patients with hemophilia, often necessitates total hip arthroplasty (THA) to alleviate pain and improve joint function. However, the unique challenges posed by hemophilia, including coagulopathy and compromised bone health, result […]

This meta-analysis aimed to compare the radiological and clinical outcomes in patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty (TKA) using either NAVIO-assisted TKA or conventional TKA./r/nIn accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and meta-analysis criteria, a systematic […]

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a common surgical intervention for end-stage knee osteoarthritis, yet up to 20 % of patients report dissatisfaction with surgery. Pre-operative psychological factors may be associated with post-operative outcomes, yet their relationship remains unclear./r/nTo […]

Debate surrounding the use of cemented femoral components in hip arthroplasty persists. A proposed risk of cement fixation is bone cement implantation syndrome (BCIS), a phenomenon characterized by intraoperative hypotension, hypoxia, and/or cardiovascular collapse. The purpose of this study was to […]

Acute Achilles tendon rupture (AATR) is one of the most common sports injuries, however, the optimal treatment remains controversial. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of surgical and conservative treatment on clinical outcomes./r/nThe PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and […]

Idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM) are a group of autoimmune rheumatic diseases characterized by proximal muscle weakness and extra muscular manifestations. Since 1975, these IIM have been classified into different clinical phenotypes. Each clinical phenotype is associated with a better or […]

median nerve neuropathy accompanying a distal radius fracture is common. Differential diagnosis includes nerve contusion, acute carpal tunnel syndrome, forearm compartment syndrome or exacerbation of an idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome./r/na 44-year-old male presented with a right distal radius […]

While anabolic agents are highly effective in stimulating bone formation, their benefits are transient and tend to plateau after prolonged use. This necessitates a transition to anti-resorptive therapies. We aimed to estimate anti-osteoporosis effect and compliance of different anabolic and […]

Thoracic outlet syndrome can develop following the malunion of a clavicle midshaft fracture. To date, thoracic outlet syndrome complicated by clavicle malunion is typically treated with either first rib resection or corrective clavicle osteotomy; however, there have been no reports of these two […]

Injuries during sports and other athletic activities will vary depending on the physical action and physiology of the individual. Specifically, middle-aged individuals, commonly defined as 40-65-years-old, are at a transition period physically. Activities that were previously low risk can be a new […]

Giant cell tumours of the distal radius are highly aggressive local bone tumours. En bloc resection of Campanacci grade III giant cell tumours of the distal radius has been promoted as a reliable method for achieving local control, associated with the dual problem of bone defect reconstruction and […]

Rotator cuff (RC) tears are a leading global cause of pain and physical impairment, impacting patients' quality of life and daily activities. Surgical treatments are the recommended approach for patients with acute symptomatic RC tears that aim to restore shoulder movement function. Kinematic […]

Complex proximal femoral deformities such as slipped capital femoral epiphyses (SCFE) or residual Perthes disease pose challenging clinical problems due to the severity of pathological femoral head and neck changes from long-standing childhood disease. Utilizing the combination of surgical […]

Male osteoporosis treatment lacks robust comparisons of efficacy and safety among key medications. This network meta-analysis (NMA) aimed to systematically evaluate alendronate (ALE), risedronate (RIS), teriparatide (TER), and denosumab (DEN) in male patients, addressing this critical evidence […]

Liquid nitrogen-treated autografts are used to reconstruct bone defects after wide resection of malignant bone tumours. However, the lack of blood supply makes them prone to infection, which is traditionally treated with systemic antibiotics and infected bone removal. Continuous local antibiotic […]

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We present a unique case of diffuse tenosynovial giant cell tumour (TSGCT) in the tarsal sinus of a paediatric patient. TSGCTs are uncommon in the foot and ankle with potential misdiagnosis as more common lesions such as ganglionic cysts. There have only been three cases of sinus tarsi […]

Occupational hand-related fractures are the most frequently encountered traumatic injuries sustained at work. Lesions in this area, especially those that combine bony and soft tissue defects, often require complex grafting techniques. Flaps for soft tissues are widely used, but those incorporating […]

The optimal treatment of Osteochondral lesion of the talus (OLT) for subchondral bone cysts (SBCs) has not been finalized. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to define whether OLT with small SBCs will affect the clinical outcomes of OLTs after arthroscopic […]

Everyone has heard of menopause but what about its long-neglected male cousin, andropause? Men also experience hormonal changes with age. And just as menopause is more freely discussed today than it once was, andropause is coming out of the shadows.

110. Femoral Neck Fractures in Younger Patients, with special guest Brad Petrisor

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has developed new technology to enhance clinical bone imaging and decrease osteoporotic fractures in the elderly. The tool, described in a new SwRI-led study, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create super-resolution images showing the inner structures of […]

First light field-enabled surgical technology company secures additional institutional capital to drive adoption of its AI-driven platform SEATTLE, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Proprio, a Seattle-based surgical technology company, today announced that it has secured $43 million in Series B […]

JERSEY CITY, N.J., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — EpiBone has received Investigational New Drug (IND) clearance from the FDA to begin testing its lab-grown knee cartilage in humans. The treatment, known as an engineered allogenic osteochondral graft, has shown promise in pre-clinical studies and […]

November 2022 myAO is running a Christmas Clinical Case Competition across the 5 clinical divisions! Participate and win the chance to have your clinical case featured on the AO website, myAO blog and on the Clinical Case Roundup that will be sent in January to the myAO users with interests related […]

September 2022 Designed over the last few months with surgeons from the AO network and thanks to community feedback, myAO is very excited to announce the release of CaseFolio this September—your secure, on-the-go clinical portfolio. The post Casefolio, your secure, on-the-go clinical portfolio […]