Monteggia Fracture Dislocation.

Monteggia fracture is a complex fracture consisting of a proximal ulna fracture with a dislocation of the radial head. This review article highlights the relevant anatomy, clinical evaluation, classification, surgical management, recent innovation, and advancements with treating these injuries. A thorough understanding of these fractures allows for detailed operative plans and reconstitution of normal anatomy.

Bone Mineral Density, Bone Turnover, and Systemic Inflammation in Non-cirrhotics with Chronic Hepatitis C.

Background: Whether chronic HCV, a disease characterized by systemic inflammation, impacts bone mineral density (BMD) independent of cirrhosis is unknown.

Aim: We aimed to evaluate the association between BMD, systemic inflammation, and markers of bone turnover in chronic HCV without cirrhosis.

Methods: Non-cirrhotics, 40-60 years old, with chronic HCV underwent measurement of: (1) BMD by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan and (2) serum markers of systemic inflammation and bone turnover.