Elbow osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease causing functional impairment and may be associated with occupational mechanical exposures. To date, no systematic review has examined this association./r/nThe aim of this systematic review was to study the association between occupational […]

Cartilage injuries of the hand, wrist and elbow are common and may be managed by a variety of established procedures. While much literature has been devoted to cartilage injuries in the joints of the lower extremity, what data is available regarding treatment of similar injuries in the upper […]

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Tooth avulsion is the complete displacement of a tooth from its socket and is a severe traumatic dental injury. Stabilization using splints is essential for healing. However, there is no consensus regarding the optimal splint type or duration. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the […]

Osteomyelitis of the scapula is a rare site of bone infection. Early diagnosis is difficult because of the rarity of localization, the rapid progression, and the misleading atypical manifestations. We systematically reviewed the current available evidence on osteomyelitis of the scapula to provide […]

To evaluate the efficacy and safety of lateral patellar retinacular release (LPRR) versus no release in total knee arthroplasty (TKA)./r/nThis PRISMA-compliant systematic review searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, CNKI, CBM, Wanfang, and VIP from inception to August 2024. We […]

Our objective was to systematically synthesize and evaluate the existing evidence from meta-syntheses (systematic reviews and meta-analyses) reporting on the safety of celecoxib in adults with chronic musculoskeletal disorders./r/nWe conducted a comprehensive literature search in November 2024 […]

With the increasing use of cementless implants for primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA), the aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the clinical and radiological outcomes of contemporary cementless designs of TKA compared with cemented TKA./r/nAdhering to the PRISMA […]

The purpose of this case series was to describe an alternative resting ankle-foot orthosis for range of motion maintenance in patients who were intolerant or inappropriate for traditional heel-relief ankle-foot orthoses due to impaired soft tissue integrity of the posterior lower leg or heel post […]

The hairless, thickened glabrous skin of the palms and soles differs significantly from the rest of the body, presenting unique challenges to surgeons treating wounds in these areas, such as burns. Traditionally, full-thickness, nonglabrous skin grafts have been used for repairs, often leading to […]

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is physically demanding and may result in work-related musculoskeletal injuries in healthcare providers. We report a case of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) and dorsal distal radioulnar ligament injuries sustained by an orthopedic resident during […]

The management of hand deformities of people with neurological impairment is complex and challenging. The use of orthoses to manage hand deformity in clinical practice continues despite low level evidence. Understanding the purpose of an orthosis supported by a biomechanical framework, the […]

The aim of this study was to compare the analgesic efficacy of different strategies at various perioperative stages in patients with hip or femoral shaft fractures, and to identify the optimal prespinal anesthesia analgesic approach./r/nA systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Cochrane, […]

As the incidence of primary hip arthroscopic surgery has increased, the incidence of revision hip arthroscopic surgery has also increased. Although many factors have been reported that predict clinical failure of hip arthroscopic surgery, the outcomes of primary versus revision hip arthroscopic […]

Anterior cruciate ligament tears are a common injury that is often treated with arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). This meta-analysis investigates the impact of tourniquet use on ACLR and the outcomes of this procedure./r/nSearches were conducted across 4 databases: […]

Idiopathic scoliosis is a three-dimensional spinal deformity that typically develops during childhood or adolescence but may affect individuals across the lifespan. Regular monitoring is often necessary to detect progression and assess treatment effectiveness. Radiography remains the clinical gold […]

Pediatric sternal abscess with associated osteomyelitis is an infrequent but challenging clinical entity. Atypical presentations and negative bacterial cultures compound its diagnosis. This report details a case of a 5-year-old boy who presented with a progressively increasing lower sternal […]

Radiation therapy (RT) is a standard treatment for primitive and metastatic cancers. However, it may cause adverse effects on organs and bones surrounding the target volumes. Therefore, patients with prior pelvic RT pose challenges for total hip arthroplasty (THA). This study aims to summarize the […]

Traditional pharmacological treatments for osteoporosis face challenges due to various limitations, including long-term safety concerns and limited bone anabolic effects. Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles (MSC-EVs) have emerged as a promising cell-free alternative therapy. […]

Primary osteoporosis (POP) is a systemic metabolic bone disorder marked by diminished bone density and deterioration of bone microstructure, presenting a considerable challenge to global public health due to its widespread occurrence and heightened fracture risk. Although conventional western […]

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Conventional approaches (CA) include the posterior approach (PA) and the lateral approach (LA). Although the direct anterior approach (DAA) and CA possess distinct advantages and limitations in clinical treatment outcomes, the existing literature provides conflicting descriptions. Therefore, this […]

Surgical treatments for proximal humerus metastasis include modular prosthesis, intramedullary nailing, plate fixation, and hemiarthroplasty. However, it is controversial which surgical treatment could offer less complications and implant failure. The purpose of our study was to report the risk of […]

To establish consensus statements on the treatment of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries and to investigate whether consensus on these distinct topics could be reached./r/nA modified consensus technique was conducted among 26 elbow surgeons and 3 physical therapists/athletic trainers. Strong […]

Percutaneous bone consolidation is increasingly used for the management of bone pain resulting from benign and malignant conditions. Percutaneous vertebroplasty was first performed in 1984 through the injection of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) bone cement directly into the cancellous bone of the […]

Vertebral augmentation has been used to treat painful vertebral compression fractures and metastatic lesions in millions of patients around the world. An international group of subject matter experts have considered the evidence, including but not limited to mortality. These considerations led them […]

To evaluate whether patients undergoing primary hip arthroscopy with periportal or puncture capsulotomy demonstrate improved patient-reported outcomes (PROs) at minimum 2-year follow-up when compared with preoperative PROs./r/nA systematic review was performed and registered in PROSPERO under ID: […]

To systematically review the literature for studies using video analysis to evaluate acute lower extremity injury mechanisms in soccer players./r/nThe study was preregistered on PROSPERO. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed. Three databases […]

We set out to systematically evaluate and compare the safety and efficacy outcomes of laparoscopic and vaginal approaches in uterosacral suspension./r/nWe searched major databases using appropriate terms to find studies comparing laparoscopic (or robotic-assisted laparoscopic) versus vaginal […]

Pressure injuries are common, difficult to manage, and carry a high economic burden. They are challenging to physicians and a burden to society./r/nAn 89-year-old male, who had previously undergone internal fixation with screws and rods for a right intertrochanteric fracture, developed a deep […]

The rupture of the teres major muscle is a well-known condition in sports activities like baseball, hockey, and tennis. There is no real consensus in the literature regarding treatment, with approaches varying between functional and surgical methods. While functional treatment appears to be a […]

In a new position paper, the American College of Physicians (ACP) identifies core clinical topics of importance to internal medicine physicians, sets a framework for identifying a streamlined set of core performance measures, and calls for the use of high-quality, evidence-based performance […]

Rotator cuff injuries are a leading cause of shoulder dysfunction, where bio-inductive collagen implants have demonstrated promising results in promoting tendon regeneration and reducing retear rates. However, existing evidence lacks consistent evaluation across varying follow-up durations, while […]

To present a technical process for robot-assisted, minimally invasive bone extraction-implant implantation-bone augmentation in patients with bone defects or bone atrophy./r/nIn this technical process, the surgical trajectory was preplanned within the robotic system. After patient registration and […]

We report a 65-year-old man with complete heel pad avulsion and large full-thickness skin defect on the anterolateral foot and ankle. The heel pad was reattached to the calcaneus using two 1-0 nylon sutures with intravenous tubing pledgets. The defect was covered with an anterolateral thigh (ALT) […]

Giant cell-rich osteosarcoma (GCRO) is a rare variant of osteosarcoma with unusual radiological and histopathological features that make its diagnosis challenging. The most critical and unusual feature of GCRO is that it has a purely osteolytic appearance. Therefore, GCRO cases are frequently […]

We present a case of primary diffuse large B-cell lymphoma of bone accompanied by osteomyelitis, which was challenging to diagnose. CT revealed no distant metastases; thus, primary bone tumour and osteomyelitis were included in the differential diagnosis. A needle biopsy of an extraosseous lesion […]

Seven-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard, 34, recently joined a growing list of NBA athletes to be sidelined by a diagnosis of deep-vein thrombosis, or DVT.

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 […]

Begad H M Z Abdelrazek, Mohamed R WalyThe Egyptian Orthopaedic Journal 2022 57(3):180-185Background Fractures of the calcaneus pose a great challenge both to surgeons and patients. They are considered life-changing injuries. Anatomical reduction of fragments is one of the important variables […]

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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 […]

Mohammed Rabie Abdalla Saleh, Mohamed Hussein FadelThe Egyptian Orthopaedic Journal 2022 57(2):122-133Background and aim A rotator cuff injury has a significant effect on the quality of life and overall health of patients. Surgical treatment for rotator cuff disease has been found to enhance […]

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