KPS Bipolar Radial Head Arthroplasty - Polyethylene Head Replacement with a Metal-covered Head. Case Study.

Radial head replacement should be indicated in all cases of radial head fractures when open reduction and internal fixation is anticipated to be difficult or impossible. Although excellent therapeutic results have been ob-tained, this procedure, like any other surgical procedures, may be associated with severe complications, includ-ing contractures, ossification or aseptic synovitis. In these cases, removal of the prosthetic radial head has al-ways been a safe and popular solution producing a satisfactory clinical outcome.

Landscape of oncoplastic breast surgery across Poland.

Oncoplastic and reconstructive techniques are essential tools in the armamentarium of contemporary breast surgeons. The aim of the study was to identify oncoplastic reconstructive patterns in breast cancer centers across Poland. A questionnaire of 18 questions was sent by email to the members of the Polish Society of Surgical Oncology and the Polish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Esthetic Surgery via their dedicated websites.

Abdominal tuberculosis after removal of an adjustable gastric band - report of an unusual case.

Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is the third most popular bariatric procedure. Despite its reversibility and minimal invasiveness, band infection affects 1.2% of patients.

Osteochondrosis of the capitellum of the humerus (Panner's disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans). Case study.

The article presents a case of an adolescent patient suffering from osteochondritis of the humeral capitellum. Early symptoms of this disease appeared at an age typically associated with the onset of both Panner's disease and Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the humeral capitellum. About two years after the onset of the early symptoms, the patient reported to a specialised clinic.

Biomechanical assessment of varus-valgus range of motion of normal elbow joint using prototype measuring device.

Introduction: Elbow joint stability is provided by the medial and lateral collateral ligaments, joint surface alignment, and the joint capsule. The contribution of the joint capsule is relatively minor and varies with the position of the joint. The normal range of forearm abduction and adduction in the elbow joint is estimated to be between 5 and 10°.

Arthroscopic assessment of intraarticular distal radius fractures--results of minimally invasive fixation.

Background: For many years, wrist arthroscopy has been used to diagnose and treat soft tissue lesions and to restore anatomic articular surface alignment in intraarticular fractures. However, there are no publications providing clear and precise indications for wrist arthroscopy in distal radius fractures. The aim of the study was to analyse factors influencing the outcomes of intraarticular distal radius fracture treatment with K-wire fixation under arthroscopic guidance in AO B1 and C1 type fractures.