Publications by authors named "Harold M Dick"
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- The study analyzed the benefits and risks associated with humeral lengthening procedures in 16 patients, focusing on factors like age and causes of humeral shortening.
- The average lengthening achieved was 5 cm, leading to improved daily activities, enhanced sports performance, and a better self-image among patients.
- While some temporary complications occurred, including nerve issues and drainage from pin sites, all resolved over time, demonstrating that the procedure generally had positive outcomes despite the potential for minor risks.
Purpose: The extensor to flexor 4-tailed tendon transfer (EF4T) and the palmaris longus 4-tailed tendon transfer (PL4T) are 2 surgical procedures used to correct intrinsic paralysis of the hand in leprosy. The EF4T traditionally is the more common procedure and requires the transfer of a wrist extensor muscle. The PL4T requires the transfer of the palmaris longus and morbidity is expected to be lower.
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- Synovial chondromatosis is a rare condition in the foot, with a study involving five patients (4 men, 1 woman) aged 19-58 years, all treated through excision.
- Radiographs showed mineral densities near the joints, affecting areas like the calcaneocuboid and tibiotalar joints, with a painful mass being the common initial symptom.
- After an average follow-up of 5 years post-surgery, all patients experienced symptom relief and maintained normal joint function, with no signs of recurrence.
We report a new translocation in a patient with a history of hereditary multiple exostosis (HME) who developed a recurrent grade I chondrosarcoma involving the sacrum and retroperitoneum. Karyotypic analysis of the tumor revealed a sole chromosome abnormality t(9;12)(q22;q24.3).
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