Orthopedic research productivity of KSA: First bibliometric analysis.

Purpose: Medical research is a crucial indicator of a nation's reputation and development. However, there are concerns about the limited orthopedic research in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Therefore, this study conducted bibliometric analysis to investigate orthopedic research output from KSA.

Foot Care Prioritization Among Health Care Providers Treating Diabetic Patients in Saudi Arabia: A Survey-Based Study.

Background: Diabetic foot disease (DFD) is a significant complication associated with diabetes, characterized by the potential for progressive amputation of specific foot segments or the entire lower limb in the absence of timely identification of infection and intervention. The aim of our research is to evaluate the degree of importance given to foot care by healthcare professionals who are responsible for treating individuals with diabetes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: This cross-sectional study utilized an online survey previously validated in Australia.

Incidentally Found Cholecystoduodenal Fistula and an Unusual Case of Gallstone Ileus After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.

Gallstone ileus, a rare and potentially fatal complication of cholelithiasis, occurs when gallstones breach the gastrointestinal tract through a fistula, causing an obstruction and potentially leading to severe complications. This case report details the experience of a 44-year-old woman with gallstone ileus stemming from an unnoticed cholecystoduodenal fistula following a routine cholecystectomy. The fistula was only discovered during surgery despite advanced imaging, revealing extensive adhesions.

Density functional theory, molecular docking, and anti-inflammatory investigation of lapachol isolated from .

Medicinal plants are the main source of active chemical constituents responsible for curing or mitigating various ailments. To discover new, safe, and effective drug candidates the isolation and screening of natural products are essential. In the current research work, lapachol was isolated from which was evaluated for anti-inflammatory effect followed by molecular docking.

Effect of anteromedial portal location on femoral tunnel inclination, length, and location in hamstring autograft-based single-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective study.

Background: Portal positioning in arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction is critical in facilitating the drilling of the femoral tunnel. However, the traditional approach has limitations. A modified inferior anteromedial portal was developed.

Neuroprotective evaluation of diospyrin against drug-induced Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease linked to memory impairment. A current investigation was performed to assess the neuroprotective effect of Diospyrin, a novel therapeutic agent, for the curing of Alzheimer's disease. For this purpose, in-vitro acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) inhibitory assays and antioxidant studies were conducted, whereas in-vivo studies involved different behavioral animal models tests such as elevated plus maze (EPM), morris water maze (MWM) and paddling Y-maze test.

The Perception of Spirituality and Its Assessment among Those with Different Health Statuses in Saudi Arabia.

This study compares the perception of spirituality among individuals with different health statuses. It also describes the spiritual services and religious support in the healthcare system that are recommended by the community. A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted in Riyadh during the year 2021.

Corrigendum to "Fellowship and future career plans for orthopedic trainees: Gender-based differences in influencing factors" [Heliyon 8(9) (September 2022) e10597].

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.

Factors Influencing Sports Medicine as a Career Choice Among Orthopaedic Trainees in Saudi Arabia.

Background: Sports medicine is one of the most popular orthopaedic specialties, with more fellowship applicants than in any other subspecialty of orthopaedics.

Purpose: To investigate the factors influencing orthopaedic trainees to complete their fellowships and subsequently subspecialize in sports medicine in Saudi Arabia, as well as to compare the motivational factors of trainees planning to pursue sports medicine versus other orthopaedic specialties.

Study Design: Cross-sectional study.

A structured multimodal teaching approach enhancing musculoskeletal physical examination skills among undergraduate medical students.

Current evidence indicates that undergraduate medical students display deficits in musculoskeletal physical examination skills (MPES). While various instructional methods are recommended for teaching clinical skills, effective methods for teaching MPES have not been established. This study compared the effectiveness of a multimodal teaching approach incorporating video-based learning, interactive small-group teaching, hands-on practicing, peer-assisted learning, formative assessment, and constructive feedback with traditional bedside teaching in developing undergraduate orthopedic MPES.

INTRAOPERATIVE EVALUATION AND LEVEL OF CONTAMINATION DURING TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY.

Introduction: Despite numerous articles on intraoperative contamination in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures, the available data on tissue contamination are scarce and mainly based on evaluating bacteriological swabs.

Methods: Two hundred and forty specimens, divided between bone and soft tissue, were obtained from 40 consecutive unilateral primaries TKAs. The specimens were evaluated for aerobic and anaerobic bacterial growth.

Concurrent Research Around Meniscus: A Bibliometric Analysis and Review of the Top Fifty Cited Papers.

Purpose: The knowledge regarding meniscus has vastly evolved over the past few decades. The meniscus's intact, injured, and repaired status can affect other joint structures, i.e.

Undergraduate Medical Students' Perceptions of an Online Audio-Visual-Based Module for Teaching Musculoskeletal Physical Examination Skills.

Introduction: Video-based learning has gained prominence in medical education and, more recently, in musculoskeletal teaching. This study investigated medical students' perceptions of the effectiveness of online video-based learning for musculoskeletal physical examination skills.

Methods: For one academic year, undergraduate medical students were instructed online through video-based learning before bedside teaching about the physical examination of knee and shoulder joints.

Novel type of medial meniscus ramp lesion: a case report and surgical technique.

Meniscal ramp lesions have been reported in 9-24% of patients who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). We report a rare type of double medial meniscus ramp lesion in in a 26-year-old male soccer player who presented with persistent knee instability and an inability to return to sports after a successful ACLR due to unaddressed and untreated ramp lesions. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of a double ramp lesion, with tears occurring in two separate locations: one tear at the meniscosynovial junction and associated with meniscotibial ligament disruption; and a second, more posteriorly located at the meniscocapsular junction and associated with meniscocapsular attachment disruption.

Confidence level, challenges, and obstacles faced by orthopedic residents in obtaining informed consent.

Objectives: The objective is to evaluate the opinions of orthopedic residents on current practices, experiences, training, confidence level, difficulties, and challenges faced when obtaining informed consent.

Design: This is a cross-sectional, multi-center, and questionnaire-based study.

Setting: The study was done in forty-four training centers across Saudi Arabia.

Hamstring graft diameter above 7 mm has a lower risk of failure following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

Purpose: Multi-stranded hamstring-tendon autografts have been widely used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgeries. Recently, smaller diameter hamstring autografts have been linked with the risk of failure or graft rupture. However, there is limited evidence concerning the optimal diameter of the hamstring autografts for ACLR.

Associations of self-esteem with body mass index and body image among Saudi college-age females.

Purpose: To examine the association of self-esteem with the body mass index (BMI), perceived body image (BI), and desired BI of college-age Saudi females.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 907 randomly selected females using a multistage stratified cluster sampling technique. Self-esteem and BI were assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and Stunkard Figure Rating Scale, respectively.

Correction to: A case series of lateral opening wedge high tibial osteotomy for valgus malalignment.

Unfortunately, one of the co-author affiliation was incorrect in the original publication of this article. The correct affiliation is given below: Abdulaziz Z. Alomar, King Khalid University Hospital, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Hamstring autografts are associated with a high rate of contamination in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

Purpose: To quantitatively evaluate the rate, type, and level of contamination of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) hamstring autografts after harvesting and preparation or dropping onto the operating room (OR) floor.

Methods: Two hamstring autograft specimens were prospectively retrieved from each graft in a consecutive series of 50 patients undergoing primary isolated ACL reconstruction (100 specimens total). One specimen was retrieved immediately after harvesting and dropped onto the OR floor (dropped group).

Late reconstruction of the patellar tendon in rheumatoid arthritis using bone-patellar tendon-bone allograft.

Introduction: chronic patellar tendon rupture is rare and its incidence and prevalence are unknown. Furthermore, the data about late reconstruction of the patellar tendon in rheumatoid arthritis is limited. Such condition, if not managed properly, can substantially affect the patient's activities of daily living.