- Effect of Time-To-Surgery on Distal Radius Fracture Outcomes: A Systematic Review.on May 9, 2023
It remains unclear whether time-to-surgery for distal radius fractures affects clinical, functional, or radiographic outcomes or health care costs/use. This systematic review investigated the outcomes of early versus delayed surgery for closed, isolated distal radius fractures in adult […]
- Coronoid Fracture Reconstruction with Ipsilateral Olecranon Osteoarticular Autograft in the Acute Setting: A Case Report.on May 9, 2023
An 18-year-old male polytrauma patient sustained a high-energy posterior fracture dislocation of his left elbow associated with a comminuted and irreparable O'Driscoll type 2 subtype 3 anteromedial facet coronoid fracture. He underwent early coronoid reconstruction using ipsilateral olecranon […]
- New decision aid to help with screening to prevent fragility fractureson May 8, 2023
Should healthy people be screened to help reduce their risk of fragility fractures? A new interactive online Fragility Fracture Decision Aid for shared decision-making can help clinicians and patients visualize their individual risk of fracture and the potential benefits and harms of preventive […]
- Formus Labs, Pioneering Developer of AI-Powered 3D Orthopedic Surgery Planning Technology, Receives FDA Clearanceon May 5, 2023
Formus combines AI and biomechanics to empower orthopedic surgeons with fully interactive 3D surgical plans that optimize the preoperative (pre-op) planning process WARSAW, Ind., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Formus Labs today announced it has received 510(k) clearance from the United States […]
- Smart surgical implant coatings provide early failure warning while preventing infectionon May 5, 2023
Newly developed "smart" coatings for surgical orthopedic implants can monitor strain on the devices to provide early warning of implant failures while killing infection-causing bacteria, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign researchers report. The coatings integrate flexible sensors with a […]
- Biplanar HTO for Sagital Malalignment in Revision ACL Reconstruction | Dr. Laith Jazrawion May 4, 2023
Biplanar HTO for Sagital Malalignment in Revision ACL Reconstruction | Dr. Laith Jazrawi
- Allograft Versus Bioactive Glass (BG-S53P4) in Pediatric Benign Bone Lesionson May 3, 2023
Allograft Versus Bioactive Glass (BG-S53P4) in Pediatric Benign Bone Lesions
- AI’s role in Healthcare: Exclusive Interview with Catherine Estrampes, President & CEO at GE Healthcareon May 3, 2023
AI is increasingly being used in healthcare to reduce clinician workloads and improve patient outcomes. AI-driven technologies are helping to automate mundane tasks, freeing up clinicians to focus on more complex clinical decisions. Importantly, this may also help reduce clinician burnout. […]
- MRI as the optimal imaging modality for assessment and management of osteochondral fractures and loose bodies following traumatic patellar dislocation: a systematic review.on April 25, 2023
To assess the imaging modalities used for diagnosis, as well as the management decisions of patients with osteochondral fractures (OCF) and loose bodies following traumatic patellar dislocation./r/nAccording to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analyses (PRISMA), MEDLINE, […]
- "Champagne Fracture": A Superior Fracture-Dislocation of the Proximal Humerus: A Case Report.on April 25, 2023
A 79-year-old right-handed woman presented with an indirect trauma to her left shoulder after a fall down the stairs. X-rays and computed tomography showed a four-part glenohumeral fracture-dislocation with a subcutaneous ectopic location of the humeral head in the retroclavicular space. A reverse […]
- Comparison of femoral neck system versus cannulated screws for treatment of femoral neck fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on April 25, 2023
Recently, some studies on the efficacy of the femoral neck system (FNS) in treating femoral neck fractures (FNFs) have been published. Therefore, a systematic review was performed to clarify the efficacy and safety of FNS versus cannulated screws (CS) for the treatment of FNFs./r/nThe PubMed, […]
- Is Patellar Instability a Contraindication to Semiextended Tibial Nailing?: A Case Report.on April 25, 2023
We report a 40-year-old woman with undiagnosed patellofemoral instability that worsened 8 months after intramedullary nailing of a distal left tibia fracture in the semiextended position through a partial medial parapatellar approach. Patella stability and asymptomatic knee function were restored […]
- Nonunion of Diaphyseal Humerus Fracture in an Infant: A Case Report.on April 25, 2023
A 9-month-old infant girl with Down syndrome presented with an atrophic nonunion of the right humerus diaphysis secondary to birth trauma. Surgical intervention included open reduction and external fixation plus cadaveric cancellous bone allograft and platelet-rich plasma and then was changed to an […]
- Surgical treatment is not superior to nonoperative treatment for displaced proximal humerus fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on April 25, 2023
The purpose of this study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of both randomized controlled and observational studies comparing conservative to surgical treatment of displaced proximal humerus fractures./r/nWe performed a systematic review of Medline, Embase, Scopus, and Google […]
- A Unified Theory of Bone Healing and Nonunion—Malcom Smithon April 19, 2023
A Unified Theory of Bone Healing and Nonunion—Malcom Smith
- AO Trauma NA Webinar—Failed Ankle Fracture ORIF: How Can I Salvage?on April 13, 2023
AO Trauma NA Webinar—Failed Ankle Fracture ORIF: How Can I Salvage?
- Do imaging findings modify the effect of non-surgical treatment in patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis? A systematic literature review.on March 21, 2023
To review the available evidence on diagnostic imaging findings in knee and hip osteoarthritis (OA) as treatment effect modifiers in non-surgical OA interventions./r/nMEDLINE, Embase and The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched from the earliest records published to 22 March […]
- A systematic review regarding clinical characteristics, complications, and outcomes of surgical and non-surgical patients with fragility fracture of the pelvis.on March 21, 2023
We conducted this systematic review to clarify the clinical characteristics, complications, and outcomes of surgical and non-surgical patients with fragility fracture of the pelvis (FFP). We searched PubMed, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and MEDLINE for English language articles […]
- Arthroscopically assisted versus open reduction internal fixation for ankle fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on March 2, 2023
Open reduction and internal fixation were routinely used to treat patients with unstable ankle fractures (ORIF). However, some patients may experience persistent ankle pain and disability following ORIF due to untreated intra-articular lesions. Moreover, ankle fractures may be treated with […]
- How do pre-operative intra-articular injections impact periprosthetic joint infection risk following primary total hip arthroplasty? A systematic review and meta-analysis.on March 2, 2023
Although intra-articular injections (IAIs) serve as the first-line non-surgical management for severe osteoarthritis (OA), recent analyses have suggested they are associated with an increased infection risk following primary total hip arthroplasty (THA). Therefore, our systematic review and […]
- Efficacy of Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction Alone and Combined to Biomaterials in Tendinopathy or Tendon Injury: Systematic Review of Current Concepts.on March 2, 2023
Tendon injury and tendinopathy are among the most frequent musculoskeletal diseases and represent a challenging issue for surgeons as well as a great socio-economic global burden. Despite the current treatments available, either surgical or conservative, the tendon healing process is often […]
- Rehabilitation strategies for lateral ankle sprain do not reflect established mechanisms of re-injury: A systematic review.on March 2, 2023
1) determine the primary impairment addressed by each exercise included in exercise-based rehabilitation programs for patients with an acute ankle sprain; 2) Determine whether prescribed exercises incorporate complex tasks associated with ankle sprain injury mechanisms?/r/nWe searched databases […]
- Local corticosteroid injection versus placebo for carpal tunnel syndrome.on February 13, 2023
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a very common clinical syndrome manifested by signs and symptoms of irritation of the median nerve at the carpal tunnel in the wrist. Direct and indirect costs of CTS are substantial, with estimated costs of two billion US dollars for CTS surgery in the USA in 1995 […]
- Imaging diagnosis for anterior talofibular ligament injury: a systemic review with meta-analysis.on February 13, 2023
A definite diagnosis of ankle ligament injury is crucial, and many imaging examinations can be used. This review systematically analyzed the effectiveness of various examination methods in the diagnosis of anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) injuries. Three English databases (PubMed, Embase, and […]
- Hip microinstability diagnosis and management: a systematic review.on January 31, 2023
The purpose of this systematic review is to present the most common causes, diagnostic features, treatment options and outcomes of patients with hip micro-instability./r/nThree online databases (MEDLINE, Embase, and PubMed) were searched from database inception March 2022, for literature addressing […]
- Femoral head fracture with large crushed defect in weight-bearing area treated with autologous osteochondral transplantation (repositionplasty): A case report.on January 9, 2023
Femoral head fracture is a rare type of fracture commonly associated with hip dislocation. Femoral head fracture treatments include conservative treatment, fragment excision, open reduction, internal fixation, and arthroplasty. In cases of young patients, open reduction and internal fixation are […]
- Stress fractures in the forefoot after arthrodesis of the hindfoot in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis: A case report.on January 9, 2023
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that attacks multiple joints throughout the body. Ankle arthrodesis (AA) has been the gold standard surgery for end-stage ankle arthritis in patients with RA. Here, we report the case of a 67-year-old woman with RA who had displacement and […]
- Early outcomes of primary repair versus reconstruction for acute anterior cruciate ligament injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis.on January 9, 2023
Contemporary techniques for repair of acute anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture have been receiving renewed interest recently because of reports of good outcomes./r/nA literature search of PUBMED, MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library was performed in accordance with the Preferred […]
- Serum versus synovial fluid interleukin-6 for periprosthetic joint infection diagnosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 30 diagnostic test accuracy studies.on December 29, 2022
Early and accurate detection of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) after hip and/or knee arthroplasty remains challenging. This systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic test accuracy studies aimed to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of serum and synovial fluid interleukin (IL)-6 in […]
- AAOS Technology Overview Summary: Concentrated Bone Marrow Aspirate for Knee Osteoarthritis.on December 29, 2022
The Concentrated Bone Marrow Aspirate (CBMA) for Knee Osteoarthritis Technology Overview is based on a systematic review of current scientific and clinical research. Through analysis of the current best evidence, this technology overview seeks to evaluate the efficacy of CBMA for patients with knee […]
- Open reduction and internal fixation of depressed intra-articular calcaneal fractures through a miniopen approachon December 23, 2022
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 […]
- A look back at myAO in 2022on December 22, 2022
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- The effect of cerclage wiring with intramedullary nail surgery in proximal femoral fracture: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on December 5, 2022
The aim of this study was to evaluate the utility of cerclage wiring with intramedullary nail surgery in the treatment of proximal femoral fractures./r/nMEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Library were systematically searched for studies that evaluated the impact of cerclage wiring on proximal femoral […]
- myAO Christmas Clinical Case Competitionon November 15, 2022
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 […]
- Inconsistencies in Controlling for Risk Factors for Recurrent Shoulder Instability After Primary Arthroscopic Bankart Repair: A Systematic Review.on November 9, 2022
Failure rates after arthroscopic shoulder stabilization are highly variable in the current orthopaedic literature. Predictive factors for risk of failure have been studied to improve patient selection, refine surgical techniques, and define the role of bony procedures. However, significant […]
- Injury to the Posterior Horn of the Lateral Meniscus from a Misplaced Tibial Tunnel for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Case Report.on November 9, 2022
BACKGROUND Posterior meniscal root avulsions can cause meniscal extrusion, joint space narrowing, and progressive knee arthritis. Iatrogenic posterior meniscal root avulsions after malpositioning of the transtibial tunnels during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction can account for poor […]
- Relationship between prevalence and risk of osteoporosis or osteoporotic fracture with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis.on October 28, 2022
The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between prevalence and risks of osteoporosis or osteoporotic fracture and NAFLD. Patients with NAFLD should be monitored regularly for bone mineral density and bone metabolism indicators to prevent osteoporosis or osteoporotic […]
- Outcomes of all arthroscopic versus open rotator cuff repairon September 23, 2022
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 […]
- Just How Confident Can We Be in Predicting Sports Injuries? A Systematic Review of the Methodological Conduct and Performance of Existing Musculoskeletal Injury Prediction Models in Sport.on September 19, 2022
An increasing number of musculoskeletal injury prediction models are being developed and implemented in sports medicine. Prediction model quality needs to be evaluated so clinicians can be informed of their potential usefulness./r/nTo evaluate the methodological conduct and completeness of […]
- Avulsion fractures of the ischial tuberosity in the pediatric athlete: a systematic review and return to sport analysis.on August 25, 2022
Apophyseal avulsion fractures of the ischial tuberosity (AFIT) in pediatric athletes are relatively uncommon injuries with treatment and return to sport (RTS) outcomes being largely unknown. The purpose of this review is to perform a systematic review analyzing RTS and predictors of successful RTS […]
- Comparing early and mid-term outcomes between robotic-arm assisted and manual total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review.on August 3, 2022
The projected increase in utilization rates of total hip arthroplasty (THA) has created an emphasis on novel technologies that can aid providers in maintaining historically positive outcomes. Widespread utilization of robotic assisted THA (RA-THA) is contingent upon achieving favorable outcomes […]
- Robot-assisted knee arthroplasty improves component positioning and alignment, but results are inconclusive on whether it improves clinical scores or reduces complications and revisions: a systematic overview of meta-analyses.on August 3, 2022
The purpose of this systematic overview was to identify, synthesise and critically appraise findings of meta-analyses on robot-assisted versus conventional unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The hypothesis was that robotic assistance would reduce […]
- Intractable Fractures of the Bilateral Proximal Ulnae After 8 Years of Zoledronate Treatment for Breast Cancer Bone Metastasis.on April 22, 2022
Long-term administration of bisphosphonates strongly suppresses osteoclastic bone resorption and rarely causes atypical fractures. This report presents a case of bilateral atypical ulnar fractures, following an 8-year course of zoledronate to treat breast cancer bone metastasis. Nonsurgical […]
- Call for applications: AO Trauma Asia Pacific Research Grants 2022on April 1, 2022
Apply for the AO Trauma Asia Pacific Research Grants 2022 before June 30, 2022
- Call for applications for AO Trauma Latin America Regional Chairpersonon February 23, 2022
Call for applications for AO Trauma Latin America Regional Chairperson
- Intraosseous schwannoma of the proximal humerus with pathologic fracture.on February 21, 2022
Intraosseous schwannomas are extremely rare in the humerus, and less than five cases have been reported previously in the literature. This is the first report of its origin in the proximal humerus with pathologic fracture. We herein present this case to discuss the reason for its rarity and share […]
- The West Africa Trauma Education Programon February 7, 2022
The West Africa Trauma Education Program
- Management of two-level proximal femoral fractures.on September 29, 2021
We present the case of an 82-year-old female, who experienced a ground-level fall on the trochanter of the right femur. X-rays showed a proximal femoral fracture (PFF) with an unclear and unusual fracture pattern. Three-dimensional CT images were obtained and showed a displaced femoral neck […]
- Postoperative Rehabilitation of Posterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery: A Systematic Review.on September 29, 2021
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries can be debilitating knee injuries, having involvement in up to 44% of traumatic knee injuries. However, isolated PCL injuries are relatively infrequent. Therefore, effective evidence-based rehabilitation protocols have proven to be elusive. This systematic […]
- About the AO Allianceon November 26, 2020
About the AO Alliance