Isolated Fracture of the Greater Tuberosity: Prediction of Superior and Posterior Fracture Displacement on Plain Radiographs.

Background: Isolated fractures of the greater tuberosity represent up to 20% of all proximal humeral fractures. Conservative and surgical treatment strategies are reported. Fracture displacement on radiographs is a key factor in treatment decisions, but the accuracy of measurement methods can limit this process.

The effects of optimizing blood inflow in the pedicle on perforator flap survival: A pilot study in a rat model.

Background: Perforator flaps have led to a revolution in reconstructive surgery by reducing donor site morbidity. However, many surgeons have witnessed partial flap necrosis. Experimental methods to increase inflow have relied on adding a separate pedicle to the flap.