Publications by authors named "D Calle Salazar"
Background: Heterotopic ossification in the elbow, often caused by trauma or neurogenic factors, can lead to limited range of motion and physical impairment, while severe cases may result in debilitating loss of function. Complete bony ankylosis of the elbow, though rare, presents challenges in treatment due to complex anatomy and high recurrence rates, with limited literature on management and outcomes. This study retrospectively investigates cases of elbow ankylosis secondary to heterotopic ossification, assessing long-term functional outcomes following operative intervention and standardized rehabilitation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCase: A 49-year-old woman with sternoclavicular insufficiency following medial clavicle resection underwent sternoclavicular joint reconstruction using a hamstring allograft and a cadaveric fibular cortical allograft. After 4 months of follow-up, the patient was pain-free, with radiographic evidence of graft incorporation by 8 months.
Conclusion: Medial clavicle resection is a rare procedure with broad indications.
Article Synopsis
- Heterotopic ossification (HO) in the elbow leads to limited movement and is often caused by injuries like burns or trauma; this study analyzes the long-term outcomes of 51 elbows treated surgically.
- The study followed 48 patients over an average of 8 years, assessing metrics such as elbow movement arcs, pain levels, and functional performance scores post-surgery.
- Results showed significant improvement in elbow functionality, but patients with type II diabetes experienced the lowest movement range and higher complication rates, indicating potential risk factors for poorer outcomes.
Background: There is conflicting evidence on the impact of mental health on postoperative outcomes following total joint arthroplasty. Specific to shoulder arthroplasty there is a lack of data investigating the correlation between mental health and surgical outcomes. Most studies have focused on patient-reported outcome measures, while few have explored objective clinical outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The purpose of this study was to define the proximal humerus infraspinatus bare area in a human cadaveric model.
Methods: Ten fresh-frozen shoulder specimens were used. A deltopectoral approach was utilized for exposure.