Indications for Removal of Orthopaedic Implants in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A Review of 128 Cases.

Background: With expanding indications for operative fracture treatment, removal of orthopaedic implants has become a frequent elective orthopaedic procedure in developing countries. The clinical indications for implant removal are not well established and there are no specific indications despite the morbidity associated with implant removal operations.

Objective: To determine the frequency, indications and complications of removal of orthopaedic implants with a view to guiding implant removal protocol among surgeons.

Paediatric Septic Arthritis in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A 5-Year Clinical Review.

Background: Septic arthritis is a relatively common condition in the paediatric population. It is both a medical and a surgical emergency with potential high morbidity. This disabling disease requires early diagnosis and prompt management for optimal outcome.

Mortality Pattern of Hospitalized Surgical Patients in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital.

There is paucity of reports describing the pattern of surgical mortality in Nigeria. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and pattern of mortality associated with surgical care in our hospital and to identify areas of improvement. The records of all patients who died after admission for surgical care at the Federal Medical Centre Makurdi between January 2009 and December 2011 were studied retrospectively.

An epidemiological study of the burden of trauma in Makurdi, Nigeria.

Background: Trauma leads to considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to elucidate the pattern and characteristics of trauma at Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi, Nigeria.

Materials And Methods: Case records of all patients who presented to the Accident and Emergency (A and E) Department with trauma between January and December 2013 were analyzed for demographic data, types of injuries sustained, causes and circumstances of injuries, as well as outcome of treatment were extracted from the case files and entered onto a computerized questionnaire.

Patronage of traditional bonesetters in Makurdi, north-central Nigeria.

Background: Despite the numerous complications associated with traditional bonesetters' (TBS) practices, their patronage has remained high in developing countries. The aim was to study the reasons patients seek TBS treatment.

Methods: This was a descriptive hospital-based study of 120 patients who were treated by TBS.

Motorcycle-related injuries at a university teaching hospital in north central Nigeria.

Background: Motorcycle-related injuries lead to considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to determine the pattern and outcome of motorcycle-related injuries at Benue State University Teaching Hospital, Makurdi, Nigeria.

Patients And Methods: Case records of all patients who presented to the accident and emergency department with motorcycle-related injuries between July 2012 and June 2013 were analysed for age, gender, injury host status (i.

Outcome of treatment of fracture neck of femur using hemiarthroplasty versus dynamic hip screw.

Background: Fracture neck of femur is a frequent and severe injury with consequent high morbidity and mortality. Surgical treatment has been established as the gold standard; however, the surgical option remains a dilemma. Hemiarthroplasty with and Dynamic hip screw are established treatment modalities for femoral neck fractures.

The epidemiology and outcome of acute septic arthritis: a hospital based study.

Background: Septic arthritis is an acute bacterial infection affecting synovial joints. It is an orthopaedic emergency with potential high morbidity and mortality. This study determined the epidemiological pattern and outcome of acute septic arthritis and analyzed factors affecting morbidity and mortality Methods:This is a 5 year (2007-2012) retrospective study conducted at NKST rehabilitation hospital Mkar, North -Central Nigeria.

Intra-operative implantation errors during hemiarthroplasty.

Background: Hemiarthroplasty with Austin Moore endoprosthesis is an established treatment modality for displaced intracapsular femoral neck fractures in elderly patients above 60years.Technical errors in implantation of the un-cemented Austin Moore are common, and have been associated with complications that may culminate in early prosthetic failure requiring revision surgery.

Objective: To analyse the frequency of technical errors experienced by surgeons during implantation of uncemented Austin Moore endoprosthesis with the view to improving technique and minimizing early prosthetic failure.