Treatment of knee chondropathy with platelet rich plasma. Preliminary results at 6 months of follow-up with only one injection.

Application of new biological treatments in orthopaedics is controversial nowadays. Surgeons and practitioners know how difficult can be to choose a solution for chondral injuries. Joint damages are from little contusions, osteochondral fractures, avascular necrosis, osteochondritis and degenerative processes like osteoarthritis and rheumatisms.

Effect of Intramedullary Nails in Tibial Shaft Fractures as a Factor in Raised Intracompartmental Pressures: a Clinical Study.

Background: Tibial shaft fractures are the commonest cause of compartment syndrome. Intramedullary nails have been the most common treatment for such fractures. Raised pressures after nailing do not necessarily imply compartment syndrome, but are an important factor to consider when deciding on the appropriate treatment.