Sagittal plane alignment affects the strength of pin fixation in supracondylar humerus fractures.

Closed reduction with percutaneous pin fixation is commonly used to treat pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures. Various pin configurations of varying biomechanical strength have been described. However, to our knowledge, no biomechanical study has focused on pin alignment in the sagittal plane.

Colonoscopy practice in lagos, Nigeria: a report of an audit.

Background. Colonoscopy effectiveness depends on the quality of the examination. Community-based report of quality of colonoscopy practice in a developing country will help in determining standard and also serve as a stimulus for improvement in service.

Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy findings in Nigerians: a review of 170 cases in Lagos.

Background: The advent of flexible endoscopy has made it possible to visualise the mucosa of virtually the entire intestine. This service is yet to be widely available in Nigeria. Existing reports on indications and findings at endoscopies are sometimes conflicting, with some recent reports suggesting a changing pattern of gastrointestinal diseases.