Utility of the transversus abdominis plane and rectus sheath blocks in patients undergoing anterior lumbar interbody fusions.

Background Context: Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) is a well-established technique to address numerous pathological conditions of the spine and to restore sagittal spine balance. Improving patient comfort and reducing opioid consumption following lumbar fusions is a significant goal for spine surgeons. Therefore, there is a growing need to explore multimodal options for pain management post-surgery.

Intraosseous epidermoid inclusion cyst in a great toe. A case report and review of the literature.

Epidermoid inclusion cysts are benign lesions that occasionally occur in the distal phalanges of the fingers but are less frequently identified and underreported in the toes. We describe a 55-year-old man with a history of work-related trauma followed by painful expansion of his right great toe, resulting in great anxiety. Imaging studies revealed a radiolucent lesion in the distal phalanx of his right hallux.

Treatment of isolated type I open fractures: is emergent operative debridement necessary?

A retrospective review was done of treatment of isolated Type I open fractures. Ninety-one patients with isolated Type I open fractures were included in the study. Patients with multiple injuries, gunshot wounds, hand injuries, compartment syndromes, intraarticular fractures, or higher type open fractures were excluded.

Outcomes of elderly patients with nondisplaced femoral neck fractures.

Seventy patients with nondisplaced femoral neck fractures treated by cannulated screw fixation were followed up prospectively for 6 months. Preinjury Functional Independence Measure scores and comorbidities were recorded as were operative time, type of anesthesia, estimated blood loss, transfusions, and postoperative complications. Functional Independence Measure scores were reassessed at 3 and 6 months.