Factors associated with conversion to surgical release after a steroid injection in patients with a trigger finger.

Aims: The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the rate of conversion to surgical release after a steroid injection in patients with a trigger finger, and to analyze which patient- and trigger finger-related factors affect the outcome of an injection.

Methods: The medical records of 500 patients (754 fingers) treated for one or more trigger fingers with a steroid injection or with surgical release, between 1 January 2016 and 1 April 2020 with a follow-up of 12 months, were analyzed. Conversion to surgical release was recorded as an unsuccessful treatment after an injection.

Vasculogenic gene therapy: No role for revitalization of structural bone allografts.

Segmental bone defects are often performed with cryopreserved allografts. They provide immediate stability, but risk nonunion, infection and late stress fracture. Improving the rate and extent of bone revitalization may improve results.

Application of myoelectric elbow flexion assist orthosis in adult traumatic brachial plexus injury: a retrospective clinical study.

Background: Adult traumatic brachial plexus injuries (BPIs) can result in severe impairment following penetrating wounds, falls, and motor vehicle accidents or other high-energy trauma.

Objective: Quantify functional outcomes of adult patients with a BPI using a myoelectric orthosis to restore elbow flexion.

Study Design: Retrospective review.