Thyroid Metastasis to the Colon.

Approximately 1% of colorectal cancers can be attributed to metastatic neoplasms originating from other primary sources typically the lung, ovary, breast, prostate, kidney, or skin. Metastasis to the colon from the thyroid however is exceedingly rare. We present a 76-year-old man with a history of papillary thyroid carcinoma WHO presented with colon polyps consistent with carcinoma from his papillary thyroid carcinoma.

Follow-up Study on the Effects of Tendon Transfers and Open Reduction on Moderate Glenohumeral Joint Deformity in Brachial Plexus Birth Injury.

Background: Soft-tissue contractures about the shoulder in patients with brachial plexus birth injury are common and can lead to progressive shoulder displacement and glenohumeral dysplasia. Open or arthroscopic reduction with musculotendinous lengthening and tendon transfers have become the standard of care. The clinical function and radiographic joint remodeling beyond the first 2 years after surgery are not well understood.

Effect of sleeve gastrectomy on hypertension.

The objective of this study was to determine the effect of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) on blood pressure in private practice settings. This study involved a retrospective review of 870 consecutive adult patients >18 y of age who underwent LSG over a period of 12 mo in a private bariatric surgery center. Data were collected from the preoperative and postoperative follow-up visits at 1, 3, 6, and 12 mo.

Regression of Left Ventricular Mass After Bariatric Surgery.

Notwithstanding the presence of hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, or both, obesity is associated with increased left ventricular (LV) mass. The effects of bariatric surgery on LV mass have been sparsely investigated by M-mode and two-dimensional (2D) echocardiography. Overall, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric banding, and sleeve gastrectomy reduce LV mass.

Closed Versus Open Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children: A Comparison of Clinical and Radiographic Presentation and Results.

Background: The purpose of this investigation was to compare the presentation and postoperative results of children treated for open and closed, completely displaced type III supracondylar humerus fractures (SCFs).

Methods: Thirty patients with open and 66 patients with closed, completely displaced type III SCFs were evaluated. Open fractures underwent irrigation and debridement, and all patients were treated by open or closed reduction and pin fixation.

Early Results of Drilling and/or Microfracture for Grade IV Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Capitellum.

Background: Surgical treatment is recommended for patients with unstable osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the elbow. However, little information is available comparing the anticipated results from the host of techniques. In this investigation, clinical and radiographic resolution as well as return to sports rates were assessed in adolescent patients following loose body (LB) removal and drilling/microfracture of grade IV lesions.

Preoperative electrocardiograms for nonsyndromic children with hand syndactyly.

Purpose: To examine the efficacy of preoperative electrocardiogram (EKG) screening for Timothy syndrome, a rare and fatal condition characterized by prolonged QT, in children referred for syndactyly release.

Methods: We reviewed the records of nonsyndromic syndactyly patients seen by a hand surgeon at our institution between 2007 and 2013. All underwent a preoperative screening EKG for Timothy syndrome.