The Epidemiology of Radial Tunnel Syndrome and Its Overlap With Lateral Epicondylitis.

Purpose: Radial tunnel syndrome (RTS) is characterized by nerve compression affecting the posterior interosseous nerve branch in the forearm, and its symptoms often overlap with those of lateral epicondylitis (LE). The purpose of this study was to examine the epidemiology of RTS, frequency of injections and surgical release, and overlap of RTS with LE.

Methods: We queried the PearlDiver database to identify RTS in patients older than 18 years.

Assessing the Risk of Postoperative Complications for Proximal Humeral Fractures Treated by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Patients With Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease.

Background: The prevalence of diabetes mellitus (DM) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) has markedly risen over the past three decades. Patients with DM and CKD are at increased risk of infection, immune dysfunction, as well as bone and mineral disorders. Although we know that patients with DM and CKD have these risks, we do not know how these translate to proximal humeral fracture (PHF) healing.

Comparison between micro-anchor skin dressing and liquid bonding agent for elective knee arthroscopy portal closure.

Objective: The objective of the current study was to evaluate outcomes of elective knee arthroscopy portal closure comparing two skin closure techniques.

Method: This was a randomised controlled trial including healthy volunteers aged ≥18 years undergoing elective knee arthroscopy that used two portals. At the time of surgery, each patient's two arthroscopy portal closures were randomised to one of two closure techniques; the first technique used approximation of the skin with a micro-anchor skin dressing (BandGrip Inc.

Total hip arthroplasty after acetabular fractures in the older population: timing of intervention may improve patient outcomes.

Purpose: This study evaluates complication rates following treatment modalities of THA for acetabular fractures in the older population.

Methods: A national insurance database was used to identify acetabular fracture patients of age > 50 who underwent THA treatment within two years of fracture. Four subgroups were identified: primary THA < 2 months after injury (acute THA), primary THA > 2 months after injury (delayed THA), simultaneous ORIF and THA, and conversion THA after ORIF (THA after ORIF).

Effect of Body Mass Index on Femur Fracture Location: A Retrospective Database Study.

Objectives: Use a large database design and multivariable analyses to assess the associations between body mass index (BMI) and femur fracture patterns after controlling for other risk factors.

Design: Retrospective cohort study.

Setting: National insurance claims database of patient records from 2010 to 2018.