The Boyd approach: a valuable alternative to treating simple to complex elbow fractures and dislocations.

Background: The Boyd approach is a single-incision posterior approach to the proximal radius and ulna based on a lateral anconeus muscle reflection and release of the lateral collateral ligamentous complex. This approach remains a lesser-used technique following early reports of proximal radioulnar synostosis and postoperative elbow instability. Although limited by small case series, recent literature does not support these early reported complications.

Soft Tissue Management in Shoulder Arthroplasty.

Total shoulder arthroplasty is a rapidly growing field, with more procedures performed each year. An important aspect of shoulder arthroplasty surgery is the management of soft tissues. Good functional outcomes in shoulder arthroplasty are significantly dependent on the repair of the rotator cuff tendons and proper release of the shoulder capsule.

Identification of Radial Nerve in Relationship to Deltoid Tuberosity and Brachioradialis.

Background: Several studies have identified the radial nerve in arm using different anatomic landmarks, however, a controversy remains. Deltoid tuberosity (DT) and brachioradialis (BR) are reproducible landmarks that can be used to identify the radial nerve (RN) during fracture surgery.

Methods: Dissection of RN was carried out in 17 fresh frozen adult cadavers.