As life expectancy increases, the incidence of hip fractures and the demand for total hip arthroplasties (THA) are expected to rise. This demographic shift poses significant challenges, particularly in managing post-operative complications such as venous thromboembolism (VTE), a major cause of […]

OBJECTIVE: End-stage ankle arthritis is a debilitating condition for which ankle arthrodesis (AA) remains a principal surgical option. Open and arthroscopic techniques are widely used, yet the literature presents heterogeneous findings. This umbrella review consolidates systematic reviews and […]

To compare patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) at 1-year and 2-year follow-up after treatment for anterior shoulder instability./r/nRandomized controlled trials and prospective studies that evaluated and reported PROMs after a capsulolabral repair (with or without remplissage), bone […]

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is the gold standard for advanced knee osteoarthritis and is increasingly performed on younger, active individuals. While low-impact sports are recommended after TKA, running remains controversial due to concerns about implant loosening. Cemented implants have […]

To evaluate the use of shoulder arthroscopic simulation in orthopaedic surgery trainees./r/nA literature search was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, using PubMed, Medline (Ovid), and EMBASE library databases. Inclusion […]

Although prior studies alluded to the association between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and osteoporosis, the exact prevalence of osteoporosis in this patient population remains variably reported. Therefore, we aimed to systematically explore the overall prevalence of osteoporosis in patients […]

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) osteoarthritis (OA) leads to pain, limited jaw function, and bite changes. When non-invasive treatments fail, minimally invasive procedures like TMJ arthrocentesis with saline and hyaluronic acid (HA) injections are commonly used. Orthobiologics, including […]

Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common primary bone malignancy, and neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) improves survival rates. However, OS heterogeneity results in variable treatment responses, highlighting the need for reliable, non-invasive tools to predict NAC response. Radiomics-based machine […]

Treating cases that require different surgical specialties requires high-level interdisciplinary coordination, and prioritization of the patient's needs, which is nearly impossible in a war zone./r/nTo document the case of a woman who was diagnosed with multiple fractures from an explosive injury […]

Comminuted intra-articular fractures of the metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ) of the thumb are difficult to treat because of challenges with anatomical fixation. The pins and rubbers traction system (PRTS), described by Suzuki et al., is a minimally invasive technique that enables early […]

Pseudomyogenic hemangioendothelioma (PMHE), a rare soft tissue tumor predominantly affecting young adults, often presents as multiple nodules in various tissue planes of a limb. Malignant transformation and metastatic disease are unusual and pose diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. A 17-year-old […]

Selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) has been instrumental in improving functionality and mitigating lower extremity spasticity originating from a myriad of central nervous system (CNS) etiologies. Existing literature on SDR extensively discusses its utility in cerebral palsy (CP)-associated spasticity […]

Pathogenic variants in QARS1 (MIM:603727; Glutaminyl-TRNA Synthetase 1), which encodes Glutaminyl-tRNA synthetase 1, have been associated with rare progressive microcephaly with seizures and cerebral and cerebellar atrophy (MSCCA MIM:615760). Only a handful of MSCCA patients have been reported in […]

Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery has become more common in recent years with multiple benefits to patients. However, it poses musculoskeletal risks to surgeons, and given their long careers, it is vital to prolong surgeons' longevity. This review aims to evaluate ergonomic impact and methods […]

Performance indicators are increasingly used to improve the quality of healthcare provided to hip fracture patients. Joint care, under orthopaedic surgeons and physicians with an interest in older patients, is one of the more common indicators of high-quality care. In this systematic review, we […]

Surgical site infection is a serious complication of fracture surgery that often requires antibiotic treatment, implant removal, and wound debridement. Antibiotic prophylaxis is one of the measures taken to reduce the risk of surgical site infection. Other factors influencing the risk of infection […]

Virtual reality is an emerging technology that intends to promote motor and perceptual-cognitive skills, which could benefit people with sports injuries. However, there is a lack of meta-analyses on its effectiveness in sports injury rehabilitation for young adults./r/nThis systematic review and […]

Dietary patterns play a crucial role in osteoporosis prevention and management. Patients with osteoporosis need to select a dietary pattern for prevention. This meta-analysis aims to examine the influence of eight distinct dietary patterns on the risk of osteoporosis, including dietary inflammatory […]

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Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is rising globally, with patellar management impacting outcomes. Resurfacing reduces pain and revision rates but poses complications, while non-resurfacing lowers costs but risks persistent pain. This study updates previous meta-analyses by comparing the functional and […]

This paper studies the treatment effect of total joint replacement (TJR) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) with alloplastic joint prosthesis regarding function, symptoms and health-related quality of life compared to other surgical and non-surgical treatments in patients with TMJ […]

Revision total ankle arthroplasty (reTAA) is becoming more common. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate its re-revision rate and factors affecting longevity./r/nFollowing Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses statement and Assessing the Methodological Quality of […]

We report a case of tracheobronchial amyloidosis (TBA) in a 55-year-old woman with newly diagnosed primary Sjögren's syndrome (SS), presenting with persistent cough, hemoptysis, and dry mucosal symptoms. Chest CT showed thickened airway walls and cystic lung changes, while bronchoscopy revealed […]

To quantitatively analyze the structural changes of the knee in patients with neglected developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)./r/nPubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases were searched to identify studies comparing the morphological parameters of the knee between DDH […]

A 55-year-old man developed unilateral acute compartment syndrome (ACS) within 3 hours after bilateral total knee arthroplasties (TKA). Timely fasciotomies, followed by primary closure (within 48 hours), resulted in full neurological recovery within 2 weeks. By 1 year postoperatively, the patient […]

A 20-year-old man presented after a fall from an 8-foot ladder. Radiographs revealed pronation external rotation injury. Closed reduction and splinting was performed in the emergency department. Surgery was planned 6 days later to include open reduction and internal fixation of the fibula and […]

From an anatomic perspective, this paper delineates the proximal radial bone branches of the radial artery (RA). We also report the successful clinical use of a vascularized proximal radius bone graft (VPRBG), supplied by the RA, in a complex case involving a massive osseous elbow defect. In 10 […]

Venous thrombosis is a common complication after hip arthroplasty./r/nPubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science were searched for case-control studies on risk factors for venous thrombosis after hip arthroplasty up to September 14, 2023. Data analysis was performed using […]

The aim of this report is to present the workflow of a surgical procedure involving U-shaped splitting in an envelope flap with simultaneous implant placement using two digital guides for patients with insufficient bone width and labial concavity./r/nTwo digital guides and an envelope flap are […]

A 74-year-old woman with chronic myeloid leukemia on long-term imatinib therapy and a history of bisphosphonate use presented with an atypical femoral fracture after low-energy trauma. She underwent staged intramedullary nailing of both femurs./r/nThis case highlights the potential synergistic […]

Reconstruction of the anatomic defect following extra-articular shoulder resection is a challenging problem, particularly in cases when function of the deltoid muscle and rotator cuff are compromised. Standard reconstruction techniques often result in either instability or rigidity. Constrained […]

Science and society collaboration is essential for scientific progress, especially in the health and biomedical fields where basic researchers, clinicians and patients are involved, as shown by the initial results of D-BIOMARK. This clinical trial against breast cancer has analyzed the potential […]

This report raises attention to hydatidosis in bone as a neglected lytic osseous disease./r/nThe authors reported a case of a 49-year-old female who presented with pain and swelling in the right upper leg. X-ray suggested a lytic lesion in the right proximal tibia. Adenocarcinoma metastasis was […]

Endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery (EETS) is a common first-line approach for resection of sellar lesions such as pituitary adenomas. While these procedures are largely successful, rare or unexpected complications can occur. One such complication is tension pneumosella (TP). Here, we […]

Lisfranc injuries are common and can cause sport-ending morbidity. Management through primary arthrodesis (PA) or open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a subject of debate. PubMed, EMBASE, and the Web of Science databases were queried for studies assessing return to sport (RTS) outcomes […]

PurposeThis report presents two cases of orbital textiloma resulting from retained surgical gauze.Case descriptionBoth patients presented with postoperative orbital inflammation unresponsive to medical treatment: one eight weeks after excision of an orbital cavernous hemangioma, and the other six […]

AO Trauma NA Journal Club—Module 2: Distal Radius Fractures Journal Club

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 […]

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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