Publications by authors named "H C Atkinson"
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- The study assesses the effectiveness of the Cartiva synthetic cartilage implant for treating severe osteoarthritis in the first metatarsophalangeal joint, aiming to provide pain relief and maintain joint mobility compared to traditional arthrodesis.
- Researchers reviewed outcomes from 64 patients, focusing on various patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) to evaluate functional improvement over a three-year period post-surgery.
- Results indicated significant enhancements in PROMs for most patients, although one individual experienced an infection related to the implant.
Background: Multi-ligament Knee Injuries (MLKI) are often caused by a high-energy impact resulting in dislocation of the knee joint. Given the higher degree of instability associated with these MLKIs, surgical fixation with adjunctive internal bracing and the use of suture augmentation have been proposed with the intention of better restoring knee stability and improving the long-term outcomes of surgery. This systematic review seeks to appraise the current literature in relation to the role of internal bracing in the management of MLKI.
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- Medical devices that contact blood can cause clotting and other complications, which is typically managed using anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents, though these can increase bleeding risks.
- A new method investigates coating polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) surfaces with an antithrombin-heparin complex and tissue plasminogen activator to inhibit clotting and dissolve early clots.
- Different coating processes were tested, and the results showed that a specific sequential application of these agents improved their effectiveness and stability, suggesting potential for better blood compatibility in medical devices.