Work intensity and fat mass percentage are associated with asymptomatic morphometric vertebral fractures in knee osteoarthritis patients: A cross-sectional study.

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition with a prevalence of 365 million individuals globally, and it is an independent risk factor for falls and fractures, notably asymptomatic morphometric vertebral fractures (AMVF). The high prevalence of knee OA, the severity of AMVF, and their combined impacts on quality of life underscore the need for early detection, appropriate treatment and management. To address this, our cross-sectional study aims to identify potential predictive factors associated with AMVF in knee OA patients.

Reviving the Grasp: A Case Report on a Pioneering Approach to Managing Crush Syndrome and Unveiling the Occult Compartment Syndrome.

A crush injury results directly from a crushing force, while crush syndrome, or traumatic rhabdomyolysis, manifests as systemic consequences stemming from the breakdown of muscle cells. Hand crush injuries present intricate challenges involving damage to multiple structures, tissue loss, and potential digit amputation, often caused by high-energy trauma. Each case demands a unique management plan, with the critical decision between limb salvage and amputation.

A Triad of Shoulder Injuries Following Cardioversion: A Case Report.

Transthoracic defibrillation and cardioversion are commonly used techniques to resuscitate a patient during acute cardiac arrhythmic events. There are numerous complications associated with these procedures. We report a previously unreported complication where a patient suffered from a supraspinatus tear after cardioversion for ventricular tachycardia.

Navigating Complexity: A Case Report of Concurrent Central Cord Syndrome and Stroke in an Elderly Gentleman.

Central cord syndrome (CCS) predominantly manifests in elderly individuals with pre-existing cervical spondylosis resulting from hyperextension mechanisms. However, it is not exclusive to the older population and can occur in younger individuals following traumatic cervical spine injuries or, less frequently, due to nontraumatic causes. The impact of this syndrome is more pronounced in the upper extremities, where motor function experiences greater impairment compared to sensory function.

A Reshaping Recovery: The Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Triumphs in Salvaging Chronic Four-Part Proximal Humerus Fractures.

The aging population is witnessing a steady increase in the incidence of displaced proximal humerus fractures, particularly among elderly patients. Such fractures pose a significant challenge to orthopedic surgeons, given the complex interplay of factors involved, including fracture displacement, comminution, compromised bone quality, and the presence of concurrent medical comorbidities. While open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) remains a viable treatment option for these fractures, it is a technically demanding procedure associated with a high incidence of complications.

Deploying a Novel Approach to Prepare Silver Nanoparticle Extract Conjugate Coating on Orthopedic Implant Biomaterial Discs to Prevent Potential Biofilm Formation.

This study is based on the premise of investigating antibacterial activity through a novel conjugate of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) and antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) in line with a green synthesis approach by developing antimicrobial-coated implants to prevent bacterial resistance. The AMPs were obtained from (BB), a freshwater snail, to prepare the nanocomposite conjugate, e.g.

A Rare Occurrence of Opportunistic Infection by Streptococcus mitis Due to Antibiotic-Induced Neutropenia in Prosthetic Joint Infection.

Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication in arthroplasty surgery. Although the prevalence is less than 2%, its functional and financial implications are significant. Part of its treatment involves the usage of prolonged and high-dose systemic antibiotics.

Prevalence and severity of Bertolottis syndrome in Malaysia: A common under diagnosis.

Introduction: Bertolotti's syndrome (BS) is defined as the presence of low back pain (LBP), radiculopathy or both with a dysplastic transverse process (TP) of the fifth lumbar vertebra that is articulated or fused with the sacral base or iliac crest. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and severity of BS to promote awareness of this disease.

Method: A retrospective review of anteroposterior lumbosacral plain radiographs was conducted between 1 January and 31 December 2017.

Osteomyelitis of the Knee Following Intra-Articular Injections: A Case Series.

Septic arthritis of the knee is rare in adults. This leads to difficulty in making early diagnosis that invariably leads to delayed treatment with consequent destruction of the joint. The delay in diagnosis is largely attributed to absence of clinical signs of flagrant infection.