Publications by authors named "A O'Mara"

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  • Infantile Blount disease (IBD) is a knee deformity that can cause issues like abnormal walking and pain if not treated, with traditional treatments including bracing and tibial osteotomy, while guided growth with tension-band plating (TBP) is becoming more common.
  • A systematic review identified seven relevant studies, involving 92 limbs affected by IBD, focusing on TBP treatment effectiveness, correction rates, and complications over follow-ups ranging from four months to eight years.
  • TBP showed an average deformity correction of about 79%, with reported complications including infection and hardware failure, and a significant reoperation rate of nearly 30%; however, more research is needed to explore risk factors and further differentiate treatment efficacy among
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Introduction Musculoskeletal (MSK) infections are prevalent in the pediatric population, with previous research highlighting the significant impact of socioeconomic status (SES) on treatment outcomes. However, the specific link in pediatric cohorts remains poorly understood. The Area Deprivation Index (ADI), a measure of neighborhood-level disadvantage, serves as a crucial marker for SES.

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Background Hip instability is a concern in pediatric cerebral palsy (CP) patients, with approximately one-third developing hip displacement. This may lead to pain, functional limitations, and decreased quality of life. Due to the progressive nature of hip displacement in CP, earlier surgical interventions may be beneficial.

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The United States is a nation of diverse racial and ethnic origins. Athletes represent the full spectrum of the nation's population. However, the orthopedic surgeons who serve as team physicians are Caucasian and male with staggeringly few exceptions.

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Background: Low bone mineral density affects 53% of women over age 65 in the US, yet many are unaware and remain untreated. Underdiagnosis of forearm osteoporosis and related fragility fractures represent missed warning signs of more deadly, future fractures. This study aimed to determine if hand radiographs could serve as early, simple screening tools for predicting low forearm bone mineral density (BMD).

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