The Impact of Hepatitis C on Complication Rates After Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Matched Cohort Study.

Background: It is unclear if hepatitis C (HCV) negatively impacts outcomes of revision total knee arthroplasty (rTKA). The purpose of this study was to compare complication rates after rTKA for patients with HCV vs matched controls.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the PearlDiver database (PearlDiver Inc.

Does pre-arthroplasty antiviral treatment for hepatitis C reduce complication rates after total shoulder arthroplasty? A matched cohort study.

Background: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is associated with increased complications of risk after arthroplasty. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of HCV and a pre-arthroplasty antiviral treatment on complications following total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA).

Methods: A retrospective matched cohort study was conducted using an administrative claims database.

Hepatitis C Is Associated With Higher Short-Term Complication Rates After Initial Aseptic and Septic Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Matched Cohort Study.

Background: It is unclear if hepatitis C virus (HCV) negatively impacts outcomes of revision total hip arthroplasty (rTHA). The purpose of this study is to trend recent rTHA utilization in patients who have HCV and compare postoperative complication rates versus a matched cohort.

Methods: All patients who underwent rTHA were retrospectively identified in a national database.

Osteoporosis management and secondary fragility fracture rates in patients with multiple sclerosis: a matched cohort study.

Unlabelled: This study highlights the persistent osteoporosis treatment gap following fragility fractures. Patients with multiple sclerosis sustained more primary hip fractures than controls and exhibited significantly higher rates of falls within three years post-fracture. However, multiple sclerosis (MS) patients were significantly more likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis and treated with medications.

Does Preoperative Antiviral Treatment for Hepatitis C Decrease Risk of Complications After Total Hip Arthroplasty? A Matched Cohort Study.

Background: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is associated with increased complication risk after elective arthroplasty. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of HCV and prearthroplasty antiviral treatment on complications following total hip arthroplasty (THA).

Methods: A retrospective matched cohort study was conducted using an administrative claims database.

A Review of Proximal Tibia Entry Points for Intramedullary Nailing and Validation of The Lateral Parapatellar Approach as Extra-articular.

Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone injury and are often treated surgically in an attempt to minimize complications. Although treatment options for tibial shaft fractures vary based on factors including open injury, severity of fracture, and soft tissue status, intramedullary nailing in adults has emerged as the preferred definitive option for stabilization. Therefore, the primary purposes of this review and cadaveric study were to evaluate the entry points for reamed tibial nails and the risks, benefits, and advantages of each approach.

A Missed Opportunity: The Impact of Hepatitis C Treatment Prior to Total Knee Arthroplasty on Postoperative Complications.

Background: Hepatitis C (HCV) is undertreated and increasing in prevalence. Its influence on outcomes following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains unclear. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of HCV and prearthroplasty antiviral treatment on postoperative complications following TKA.

Complication Rates of Hemiarthroplasty Conversion to Total Hip Arthroplasty Versus Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Background: One of the most common surgical options for treatment of a femoral neck fracture is hemiarthroplasty (HA). However, progression of arthritis or pain can necessitate conversion to total hip arthroplasty (THA). While conversion to a THA is a viable option, it does carry multiple risks.

Addition of the Sartorius Tendon Improves Biomechanics of a Four-Strand Hamstring Anterior Cruciate Ligament Autograft.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to quantify and compare the biomechanical properties and change in graft size when adding the sartorius tendon as a fifth strand to a four-strand ST-G hamstring autograft. Additionally, the sartorius tendon was tested individually to quantify its independent biomechanical properties.

Methods: Four-strand and five-strand hamstring tendon grafts were harvested from matched cadaveric knees (mean age: 81.

The Impact of Prior Fragility Fractures on Complications After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Propensity Score-Matched Cohort Study.

Background: The impact of prior fragility fractures and osteoporosis treatment before total hip arthroplasty (THA) on postoperative complications is unclear. The purpose of this study was to characterize the effect of prior fragility fractures and preoperative osteoporosis treatment on short-term complications and secondary fragility fractures after THA.

Methods: A propensity score-matched retrospective cohort study was conducted using a commercially available database to (1) characterize the impact of prior fragility fractures on rates of short-term complications after THA and (2) evaluate if osteoporosis treatment before arthroplasty reduces risk of postoperative complications.

Injury Profile of Mixed Martial Arts Competitions in the United States.

Background: The popularity of mixed martial arts (MMA) continues to grow in the United States. Although prior work has provided valuable insight concerning injuries in the sport, much of the available literature is limited by factors such as small sample sizes, varying athlete demographics, and inconsistent data collection methods.

Purpose: To report injury rates and types in MMA and analyze potential variance between competition and match variables.