Inner myometrial laceration (IML) is a rare but potentially life-threatening obstetric emergency that can cause severe antepartum or postpartum haemorrhage. The pathogenesis of this condition is not fully understood, and this condition is often associated with abnormal uterine contractions, fetal […]

Sternocleidomastoid muscle injury is a rare traumatic lesion of the neck that may mimic several severe emergent conditions. Additionally, it can result in a significant hematoma that compresses vital structures. We herein report the case of a 27-year-old male patient who presented with sudden-onset […]

Autosomal recessive hypophosphatemic rickets type 2 (ARHR2) is an ultra-rare disorder characterized by renal phosphate wasting and patients may exhibit an increased risk of vascular calcification. Phosphate supplementation, a standard treatment for hypophosphatemic rickets, may further increase […]

Chest wall deformities are considered a risk factor for lung transplantation. A 5-year-old girl with protein surfactant C deficiency, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and pectus excavatum (Haller 5.9) underwent lung transplantation and Nuss bar placement. Correction of her pectus […]

Pathological fractures, both completed and impending, of the humeral diaphysis from primary or metastatic disease demand a reconstruction that restores stability while preserving shoulder function and alleviating pain. Conventional reconstructive approaches include the use of long-stemmed […]

Relapsing polychondritis (RP) is an immune-mediated disorder that primarily involves the targeting of cartilaginous tissues for inflammation and destruction. Limbic encephalitis (LE) is a rare central nervous system (CNS) manifestation of RP. We report the case of a 39-year-old man who was […]

A man in his late 70s presented with venostatic symptoms and bilateral varicose veins due to bilateral saphenofemoral junction incompetence. Systemic examination revealed a left inframammary swelling that increased in size on inspiration and decreased on expiration and was linked to an old chest […]

Anterior shoulder instability is a common condition, especially among young and active individuals, often associated with both osseous and soft tissue injuries. Recent innovations have introduced various surgical options for managing critical and subcritical instability. Therefore, the primary […]

Gait abnormalities often persist after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and may increase the risk of reinjury and joint degeneration. This review aimed to assess differences in key gait parameters between ACLR patients and healthy controls, and to estimate when these parameters […]

Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a severe complication following pediatric femoral neck fractures (PFNFs). Identifying risk factors for AVN is critical for guiding timely treatment and follow-up. However, prior studies report inconsistent associations. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to […]

The incidence and predictors of residual back pain (RBP) following percutaneous vertebral augmentation (PVA) in osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) remain unclear. This review aims to clarify these factors to guide clinical practice and enhance patient outcomes. Four English and […]

Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a highly prevalent degenerative joint disease worldwide and an important cause of disability. Currently, medication and surgical interventions are commonly used in clinical practice, but there are limitations such as significant side effects and high medical costs. Tai […]

We explored whether general anesthesia or spinal anesthesia were more beneficial for patients undergoing total hip replacement and total knee replacement, offering new clinical evidence to guide the selection of the optimal anesthesia solution for total hip replacement and total knee […]

Most of the previous meta-analyses examining the effects of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) on preventing heterotopic ossification (HO) following total hip arthroplasty (THA) have separately analyzed Brooker's classification I, II, III, and IV which may misrepresent their ordinal […]

The aim of this meta-analysis and systematic review was to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of fasinumab in the treatment of osteoarthritis./r/nRevMan 5.4 was utilised to conduct a meta-analysis after relevant data on randomised controlled trials of therapeutic interventions for patients […]

: Oxidative stress and inflammation contribute to osteoporosis. Berries provide polyphenols especially anthocyanins that may modulate bone remodeling. This review is the first to synthesize evidence specifically on berries and bone health, integrating human, animal, and in vitro data under the […]

The simultaneous manifestation of obesity, sarcopenia, and osteoporosis represents a condition known as osteosarcopenic adiposity (OSA). While evidence suggests that vitamin D status may influence the development of OSA, the results are still divergent, and no clear understanding of how […]

Complex distal tibial injuries with segmental bone loss, joint destruction, and osteomyelitis present a formidable limb salvage challenge. A novel technique using circular external fixation with trifocal balanced cable transport combined with primary ankle arthrodesis is described. This technique […]

Reconstruction following segmental resection of the mandible due to tumors poses significant aesthetic and functional challenges. While vascularized free tissue flaps remain the gold standard, they are associated with prolonged operative time, high cost, requirement for microsurgical expertise, and […]

Most patients recover well following fingertip injuries. Outcomes vary along a spectrum, influenced by both pathophysiological severity and psychosocial factors, which strongly influence patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). General instruments (e.g., Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and […]

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive and chronic joint disorder characterized by cartilage degradation, joint inflammation, and pain, leading to reduced mobility and quality of life. One of the major challenges in OA management is the early diagnosis and effective monitoring of disease progression, […]

No studies have yet evaluated the clinical outcomes of different anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) autografts in combination with a lateral extra-articular procedure (LEP). Thus, we systematically reviewed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and conducted a network meta-analysis (NMA) to compare […]

A 32-year-old man sustained a rare and complex injury pattern representing an anterior glenohumeral fracture dislocation with critical intra-articular glenoid bone loss, and a double disruption of the superior shoulder suspensory complex (acromion + coracoid fractures), following a fall. To restore […]

Excessive distal clavicle resection can result in severe bone loss and disruption of the coracoclavicular (CC) ligament attachment, leading to significant vertical instability of the acromioclavicular joint. The optimal surgical approach in such cases remains controversial due to the technical […]

This study identifies the outcome domains used in recently published studies on the treatment of hand flexor tendon injuries in adults, in order to inform the development of a core outcome set (COS). Seven databases were searched from January 2013 to March 2023 for randomized and quasi-randomized […]

Kinesiophobia, defined as the fear of reinjury and movement, is a risk factor for recurrent shoulder instability and remains unchanged unless specifically treated in clinical practice. Fear of reinjury is a reason for athletes not returning to sport after shoulder instability or stabilization […]

To evaluate the effects of tranexamic acid (TXA) compared with placebo or other comparators regarding visual clarity, pain, total operative time, and volume of blood loss in patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder surgery./r/nCENTRAL, EMBASE, and MEDLINE were searched from inception until January […]

To systematically review the effects of blood flow restriction training (BFRT) on postural control and ankle function in patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI)./r/nWe systematically searched PubMed, Embase, The Cochrane Library, Web of Science, EBSCO, and Scopus databases up to February 2, […]

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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 […]

People with Sweet's syndrome often wake up with a fever, body aches, and blisters on their neck, limbs and face. Also known as acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, it is an inflammatory skin disease marked by severe symptoms and elevated counts of white blood cells.

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Involvement of Oxidative Stress and Glycation Stress in Frozen Shoulder

Fourth-Generation Percutaneous Transverse Osteotomies for Hallux Valgus

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 […]

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 […]

Orthognathic surgery has evolved due to the use of virtual surgical planning (VSP) and digital model surgery, which are technological advancements replacing conventional approaches with accurate personalised digital models made from computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) […]

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 […]

Primary malignancies originating in the calcaneus are rare, constituting fewer than 1% of skeletal tumors. Traditional approaches like amputation, though effective, result in significant morbidity. This study presents a case of a 32-year-old male with calcaneal chondrosarcoma, managed with total […]

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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