Outcomes of full-thickness articular cartilage injuries of the shoulder treated with microfracture.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether microfracture provides pain relief and improves shoulder function in patients with chondral defects of the glenohumeral joint.

Methods: Microfracture was performed in glenohumeral joints with full-thickness chondral lesions. Concomitant procedures were performed as indicated.

An analysis of talar surface area occupied by screw fixation in ankle fusions.

Background: Ankle arthrodesis remains the benchmark of treatment for end-stage arthrosis of the ankle joint. Despite that, the incidence of nonunion can be as high as 15%. Various strategies have been used to reduce the incidence of nonunion, including multiple compression screws and larger diameter screws to improve mechanical stability and compression.