Publications by authors named "Jamie Engel"
Article Synopsis
- Gunshot injuries to the extremities, particularly low-energy gunshot-induced tibia fractures, are common in the U.S. but often lack clear management guidelines due to varying complication rates.
- This study analyzes a multicenter cohort of 121 patients who suffered from these injuries to determine the percentage that developed complications and any associations with factors like fracture location and antibiotic use.
- Results indicated that complications are present in a significant portion of cases, although specific rates and associations need further detailed analysis to enhance understanding for better management of these injuries.*
Intravenous Iron May Improve Outcomes in Elderly Patients With Operative Hip Fractures.
Geriatr Orthop Surg Rehabil
March 2020
Introduction: Hip fractures are common injuries with high morbidity and mortality rates. These patients often become anemic and require allogenic blood transfusion. Transfusions are costly with potential complications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe current study compares the strength of a previously studied technique for flexor tendon repair with barbed sutures to an experimental approach that aligns all the barbs to oppose distraction. Twelve flexor tendons from cadaveric specimens were mechanically tested following repair of simulated zone II tendon injuries. Two repair techniques utilizing barbed sutures were studied: the Marrero-Amadeo four-core barbed suture approach and the experimental configuration with all barbs on four cores opposing distraction.
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