Radiological comparison of two immobilization methods in the non-surgical treatment of distal radius fractures in the elderly: Single sugar-tong splint shows similar efficacy to long-arm cast.

Background: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of the long-arm cast (LAC) and the single sugar-tong splint (SSTS) in the non-operative treatment of distal radius fractures in the geriatric population.

Methods: Patients consulted at the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department within the Emergency Department (ED) were reviewed through the electronic archives of a tertiary university hospital over a five-year period. The study included patients aged 65 years and older with a distal radius fracture who required reduction, had successful closed reduction, and had at least six weeks of X-ray follow-up.

Scabies infestation might predispose surgical site infection: Case report.

Introduction And Clinical Importance: Human scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, leading to skin damage and subsequent mechanical irritation from scratching. This impaired skin integrity predisposes individuals to skin infections. While the association between scabies and skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes is well-documented, there is limited literature on the risk of surgical site infections in such cases.

Comparison of the forearm rotation restriction capacities of four upper-extremity immobilization methods: there is no difference between single and double sugar tong splinting.

Background: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of four different immobilization methods [single sugar tong splint (SSTS), double sugar tong splint (DSTS), short arm cast (SAC), and long arm cast (LAC)] commonly used for restricting forearm rotation in the upper extremity.

Methods: Forty healthy volunteers were included in the study. Dominant extremities were used for measurements.

A comparison of two immobilization methods in the conservative treatment of pediatric distal forearm fractures: Long arm cast versus single sugar-tong splint.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the results of single sugar-tong splint (SSTS) and long arm cast (LAC) as an immobilization method in pediatric distal forearm fractures.

Patients And Methods: Between January 2016 and December 2019, a total of 186 pediatric patients (143 males, 43 females; mean age: 10.3±3 years; range, 4 to 15 years) with distal forearm fractures were retrospectively analyzed.

Evaluation of Clinical and Radiological Results of Humeral Diaphyseal Fractures with Treated Sarmiento Brace.

Aim In our study, we aimed to evaluate the duration and rate of the union of adult humerus diaphysis fractures treated with a functional brace. Methods Forty-six adult patients admitted to our hospital with humeral diaphyseal fracture between January 2010 and April 2014 and treated with a functional brace were evaluated retrospectively. The demographic data, fracture type, level of fracture, and presence of bone union of the patients were evaluated from clinic records.

Long-term results of primary repair of combined cuts on the median and ulnar nerves in the forearm.

Background: The objective of this clinical study was to evaluate sensory and motor functions in the later period following primary repair of combined injuries of the ulnar and median nerves in the forearm at proximal, middle, and distal levels.

Methods: Later period sensory evaluation of ulnar and median combined cuts was performed using two-point discrimination and monofilament tests. On the other hand, motor evaluation was performed by determining dorsal palmar interosseus strength for the ulnar nerve and abductor pollicis brevis muscle strength for the median nerve.

Comparison of single event vs multiple event soft tissue surgeries in the lower extremities with cerebral palsy.

Unlabelled: In children with spasticity of multiple muscle groups, the need for repeat surgical interventions increases with advancing age.

Aim: The present study aimed to investigate retrospectively whether there are any clinical and functional differences between single-event multilevel surgeries and multiple surgical events at a single level.

Method: The medical records of 109 patients with cerebral palsy (CP) were used.

Effects of platelet-rich plasma on nerve regeneration in a rat model.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine whether platelet-rich plasma has a regenerative effect on a sciatic nerve injury model in rats.

Methods: A sciatic nerve cut model was created in 24 nerves of 12 rats. All nerves were repaired with epineural sutures by the same surgeon.

The effectiveness of tetanus toxin on sciatic nerve regeneration: a preliminary experimental study in rats.

Object: The purpose was to investigate the effects of local tetanus toxin (TeTx) application on sciatic nerve regeneration following a rat model of transection injury.

Methods: After both sciatic nerves were transected and repaired with three epineural sutures, 12 male Wistar albino rats were divided into two groups. 0.

Retrospective comparison of external fixation versus volar locking plate in the treatment of unstable intra-articular distal radius fractures.

The aim of this study is to compare the radiological and functional outcomes of open reduction and volar locking plates versus external fixation (EF) in the treatment of unstable intra-articular distal radius fractures. In this retrospective comparative study, 69 of 80 patients who underwent an operation for AO/ASIF C1, C2 and C3 distal radius fractures were assessed. Functional evaluation was performed using the Gartland-Werley scoring system and the PRWE scale, and wrist range of motion and grip strength was also measured.

The effect of excisional arthroplasty with palmaris longus tendon on carpal height ratio in Stage 3 Kienböck's disease.

Objective: Treatment methods in Kienböck's disease remain controversial despite the long-term awareness of the disease by orthopedic surgeons. Currently, excisional arthroplasty with a palmaris longus tendon ball is one of the most frequently used treatment methods. The aim of this study was to evaluate the long-term results of thirty-eight patients who had been treated with excisional arthroplasty and palmaris longus tendon ball, as well as the effect of this method on carpal height.

Evaluation of the risk factors for acute occupational hand injuries.

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of demographic and occupational factors on the severity of the acute occupational hand injuries.

Methods: Patients with acute hand injuries presenting to the emergency department of the Ege university hospital between 01.08.

[Bilateral fracture of the pisiform bone].

Fracture of the pisiform bone is exceptional compared with the other carpal bones. Such lesions may be missed in the emergency room because of the complex anatomy of the carpal region. The usual circumstances leading to fracture of the pisiform bone include fall with reception on the hyperextended wrist, traffic accidents, and blunt trauma.

[Giant-cell tumor of the hand: midterm results in five patients].

Purpose Of The Study: Giant-cell bone tumors are benign but have great potential for recurrence. Frequently observed in epiphyseal areas of tubular bones, these tumors are rarely found in hand localizations. We examined the characteristic features of giant-cell tumors of the hand and analyzed the pertinence of surgical treatment.

[Extensor indicis proprius transfers for extensor pollicis longus ruptures secondary to rheumatoid arthritis].

Objectives: We evaluated the results of extensor indicis proprius (EIP) to extensor pollicis longus (EPL) transfers for EPL ruptures secondary to rheumatoid arthritis.

Methods: Twenty-four patients (7 males, 17 females; mean age 41 years; range 22 to 72 years) with rheumatoid arthritis underwent EIP to EPL transfer for 25 ruptures. The mean duration from rupture to surgery was 4.

[Thumb duplication: an analysis of 72 thumbs].

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate patients who were operated on for a duplicated thumb.

Methods: Sixty-seven patients (41 females, 26 males; mean age 2.5 years; range 6 months to 20 years) underwent surgery for a total of 72 duplicated thumbs between 1982 and 2003.

[Giant cell tumor at the wrist: a review of 23 cases].

Objectives: We evaluated patients who underwent surgical treatment for giant cell tumor of the wrist with regard to recurrence rates, factors influencing tumor recurrence, complications, and postoperative functional and emotional status of the patients.

Methods: The study included 23 patients (6 males, 17 females; mean age 31.6 years; range 12 to 74 years) who were treated surgically for giant cell tumor of the wrist.

An alternative approach in the treatment of Dupuytren's contracture skin defects: first dorsal metacarpal artery island flap.

Skin defects are often present following surgery for Dupuytren's contracture. The first dorsal metacarpal artery island flap (FDMA) has been used by others for soft tissue reconstruction about the radial and dorsal aspect of the hand, thumb and fingers. We have used it successfully to fill the skin defects often seen following palmar fasciectomy for Dupuytren's contracture.

Schwannomas of the hand and wrist: long-term results and review of the literature.

Purpose: To review the long-term results of 14 cases of histopathologically confirmed schwannoma of the hand and wrist treated with intracapsular tumour removal.

Methods: All operations were performed under loupe magnification and microsurgical dissection, and the tumour was removed after capsular (including endoneurium) incision. Patients were assessed for any residual symptoms.

[Free radial forearm flap transfer for the reconstruction of the Achilles tendon and soft tissue defect: a case report].

Reconstruction of the soft tissue defects around the Achilles tendon is a difficult challenge. This condition traditionally has been treated with staged procedures. We report a case treated with a one stage procedure.

[Long-term results of autograft and allograft applications in hand enchondromas].

Objectives: We evaluated the long-term results of treatment with curettage followed by an autograft or allograft application in patients with enchondroma of the hand.

Methods: Within a 15-year period, 76 patients (41 males, 35 females; mean age 32 years; range 14 to 47 years) were operated on for enchondroma of the hand. Following curettage of the lesion, reconstruction of the defect was made either by an autograft obtained from the iliac crest (n=76) or by a dehydrated cancellous allograft (n=15).

[Giant-cell tumors of the tendon sheath involving the hand or the wrist: an analysis of 141 patients].

Objectives: Giant-cell tumors of the tendon sheath localized in the hand or wrist were retrospectively reviewed with respect to diagnosis, surgical treatment, and postoperative complications.

Methods: During a 21-year period, a total of 141 patients (83 females, 58 males; mean age 37.5 years; range 6 to 77 years) underwent surgery for 146 lesions that developed in the hand (n=134) or the wrist (n=12).

Solitary eosinophilic granuloma of the third metacarpal at pediatric age.

Langerhans cell histiocytosis involves disorders previously referred to as "histiocytosis X" (including eosinophilic granuloma of bone, Letterer-Siwe, and Hand-Schüller-Christian syndrome). Eosinophilic granuloma of the hand, especially if solitary, is extremely rare. This is the third pediatric case reported in the literature with solitary eosinophilic granuloma of the hand and the second with metacarpal involvement.

[Glomus tumors of the finger: a report on 60 cases].

Objectives: We evaluated patients who underwent surgery for glomus tumors of the finger.

Methods: During a 23-year period, 60 patients (48 females, 12 males; mean age 34.6 years; range 5 to 60 years) underwent surgery for glomus tumors of the finger.

[An appropriate alternative for the reconstruction of soft tissue defects in the hand and the wrist: the distally-based island posterior interosseous flap].

Objectives: We evaluated the use of a distally-based island posterior interosseous flap in patients with soft tissue defects of the hand and the wrist.

Methods: The distally-based island posterior interosseous flap was used to cover soft tissue defects in eight patients (1 female, 7 males; mean age 30 years; range 9 to 51 years). Of these, six patients had crush injuries, and two patients had wrist flexion contracture due to high-voltage burns.