Publications by authors named "Fahad S AlAbdullatif"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the importance of achieving proper mechanical alignment in total knee replacement (TKR) to enhance the longevity of knee implants.
- It focuses on the prevalence of constitutional varus knee among the Saudi population, analyzing lower limb X-rays from 728 knees.
- Findings indicate that a significant portion of male (44.4%) and female (60%) knees showed constitutional varus alignment, with males generally exhibiting a more pronounced varus angle than females, suggesting the need for further research into causes and factors contributing to this condition.
Background/aim: The worldwide prevalence of obesity has increased dramatically over the past years. In the Arab region, 66%-75% of adults and 25%-40% of children are either overweight or obese. Bariatric surgery has become the most effective approach for managing obesity and its co-morbidities.
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