Orbital metastases are very rare, particularly as an initial presentation feature of occult breast cancer. This is a case of orbital metastasis from an occult lobular breast carcinoma in a woman in her mid-70s, who presented with symptoms of gradual visual deterioration. Prompt and extensive […]

Mesenchymal chondrosarcoma is a rare, high-grade malignant tumour comprising 2-4% of all chondrosarcomas, with pancreatic metastasis being exceptionally uncommon. A woman in her late 20s, with a history of forearm mesenchymal chondrosarcoma treated 5 years ago presented with jaundice, weight loss […]

Radiocarpal dislocation (RCD) is a rare but severe injury, often resulting from high-energy trauma such as motor vehicle accidents and falls. This study aims to synthesize existing case reports and series to provide insights into the epidemiology, associated injuries, and management strategies for […]

Muscle injuries, particularly those resulting from irregular bouts of strenuous exercise, have become a significant public health issue, especially among the athletic population. The physiological mechanisms linking intense physical exertion to muscle damage remain incompletely understood, […]

To systematically review the association between hip adduction and abduction strength, and adduction-to-abduction strength ratio in healthy athletes with the occurrence of future groin pain and time-loss groin injuries./r/nSystematic review with meta-analysis./r/nPubMed, Web of Science, […]

To systematically compare and meta-analyse the clinical efficacy of open and arthroscopic debridement for patients with lateral epicondylitis./r/nA retrieval and systematic review of comparative studies of lateral epicondylitis treated with open versus arthroscopic debridement was conducted, and […]

The present meta-analysis compared mechanical versus kinematic alignment in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The outcomes of interest were patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), range of motion (ROM), and revision rate./r/nThis study was conducted according to the 2020 PRISMA statement. In July […]

: This meta-analysis aimed to compare the efficacy of polydioxanone (PDO) suture, a non-surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis, with intra-articular hyaluronic acid (HA) injections. : A comprehensive literature search was conducted using major databases including MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane […]

A short systematic review of the literature was undertaken to assess whether tranexamic acid (TXA) administration in the ED for neck of femur fractures was associated with improved outcomes for patients undergoing surgery. MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane and Google Scholar databases were searched. Four […]

To evaluate the effectiveness of thoracic spine thrust manipulation in managing shoulder impingement syndrome./r/nThe meta-analysis was conducted from April 25 to November 5, 2023, after approval from the ethics review board of the University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, and comprised a […]

Primary hypertrophic osteoarthropathy (PHO) is a rare genetic disorder primarily characterized by digital clubbing, pachydermia, and periostitis. The rarity of this disease often leads to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis./r/nWe describe the clinical and genetic findings of two pediatric PHO cases […]

This study aims to explore the impact of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries on the fatigue behavior of selected lower limb muscles during high-intensity physical activity./r/nThe study involves assessing the surface electromyographic activity of key muscle groups, including the hamstrings, […]

Neurogenic bladder can negatively affect quality of life for children with incomplete spinal cord injury. Occupational therapy practitioners are uniquely able to provide individualized care to address this, which may include external pelvic floor biofeedback./r/nTo describe the implementation of […]

The aim of reconstruction after lower extremity amputation is to provide adequate soft tissue coverage that is compatible with prosthetics to optimize functional status. We present two cases where the anterior compartment myocutaneous free flap used in a "spare parts" fashion was valuable in […]

Extrapulmonary hyalinizing granuloma (EPHG) is a notably rare condition, representing an exaggerated chronic immune response to antigenic stimuli. This report presents the first documented case of intra-articular and tenosynovial EPHG with radiological evaluation and pathological confirmation in a […]

We report an unusual case of a 9-year-old boy with Hodgkin lymphoma post chemoradiotherapy, who later developed Ewing sarcoma involving the eighth rib, which had metastasised to the cranial vault with meningeal and subdural involvement. Presenting with seizures, headache and hemiparesis, he […]

The Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX, threshold ≥9.3 %), Osteoporosis Risk Assessment Instrument (ORAI, ≥9), Osteoporosis Index of Risk (OSIRIS, <1), Osteoporosis Self-Assessment Tool (OST, <2), and Simple Calculated Osteoporosis Risk Estimation (SCORE, ≥6) have been endorsed by the […]

Parkinson's disease (PD) is the fastest-growing neurological disorder globally. Defining features include tremor, muscular rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural instability, which in combination with nonmotor symptoms such as cognitive impairment and orthostatic hypotension increase the risk of […]

A male patient in his late 50s had attempted removal of an interscalene block catheter after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. Atypical pain and resistance raised concern for entrapment in the brachial plexus, requiring surgical exploration. It was found to have knotted in the anterior and […]

Surgical site infections (SSI) following knee replacement pose significant challenges, often attributed to microorganism contamination during surgery. Robotic-assisted total knee replacement (RA-TKR) offers potential advantages but may also raise concerns regarding infection risk. This systematic […]

According to the mobilization technique of the intraoperative patella, total knee arthroplasty (TKA) can be categorized into patellar eversion (PE) and patellar lateral retraction (PLR). Comparisons between the two procedures are inconclusive; therefore, the study purpose was to assess the […]

This systematic review attempts to address survivorship of patellofemoral joint replacements, with conversion to a total knee arthroplasty (TKA) as an endpoint./r/nSurvival estimates from multiple case series and national registries were pooled to calculate survival at 5, 10, 15 and 20 years, […]

To systematically investigate the outcomes of patients who underwent autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis (AMIC) during hip arthroscopy for the treatment of acetabular chondral lesions due to femoroacetabular impingement syndrome./r/nPubMed and Cochrane were queried in June 2022 to conduct this […]

Free tissue transfer is a well-described tool for complex lower extremity reconstruction in areas of local tissue paucity. Successful coverage of orthopedic hardware or exposed vital structures create opportunities for limb salvage./r/nA retrospective chart review was performed of a patient […]

Intertrochanteric fractures are common and can lead to significant disability and morality, particularly in the elderly. Utilizing the fragility index (FI), reverse fragility index (rFI), and fragility quotient (FQ), this study evaluates the statistical fragility of outcomes reported in […]

The primary objective of this meta-analysis was to evaluate and compare the functional outcomes, postoperative reinfection rates, and complication rates in patients undergoing one-stage versus two-stage surgical revision for periprosthetic hip infection./r/nThe study population included adult […]

Despite the importance of sleep for physiological function, rehabilitation, and recovery, sleep quality after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) remains poor. The objective of this systematic review was to identify, summarize, and evaluate postoperative interventions aimed at improving sleep quality […]

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Pelvic ring injuries are common in multi-trauma patients and can be life-threatening, necessitating prompt surgical intervention to improve outcomes. However, surgery can lead to complications such as iatrogenic nerve injury. This network meta-analysis aimed to improve outcomes in multi-trauma […]

.Vastus Lateralis Intramuscular Injection: Safe and Effective Technique

Blunt chest trauma represents a major risk factor for complications in polytrauma patients. Various scoring systems have emerged, but their impact is not fully appreciated. This review evaluates changes in chest trauma scoring over time and potential shifts in complication rates linked to modified […]

Ankle arthrodesis is the most frequently performed salvage procedure for pyogenic arthritis. However, its failed fusion rate of approximately 15% has been considered problematic. Herein, we present a case of pyogenic ankle arthritis successfully treated via a two-stage surgical procedure on the […]

AO Trauma Fellows NA Webinar: Acetabulum— Management Strategies for Geriatric Acetabular Fractures

While allografts are commonly used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), evidence to guide specific allograft selection is lacking./r/nTo compare clinical and graft failure rates after ACLR using soft tissue-only allografts and bone-soft tissue allografts in adults./r/nSystematic […]

AO Trauma NA Fireside Module 1 Surgical Hip Dislocations

Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is an autosomal dominant condition characterized by the development of neoplasms, which infrequently arise in the subscapular fossa. Surgical removal of large subscapular tumors carries the risk of shoulder dysfunction due to muscle or nerve injury. We describe the […]

Femoral neck fractures in the elderly are a global health issue, with the choice between cemented and uncemented hemiarthroplasty remaining a topic of debate. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to compare the effects of the two surgical options on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), […]

In Japan, there are currently no general guidelines for the treatment of primary malignant bone tumors. Therefore, the Japanese Orthopaedic Association established a committee to develop guidelines for the appropriate diagnosis and treatment of primary malignant bone tumors for medical […]

For dialysis-dependent patients treated for osteoporosis, denosumab is associated with a greater preventive effect on fractures but an increased risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) compared with oral bisphosphonates, according to a study published online Jan. 7 in the Annals of […]

Approximately four in 10 patients with osteoarthritis (OA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have anxiety, depression, or fibromyalgia, according to a study published online July 16 in ACR Open Rheumatology.

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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