Double Versus Triple Arthrodesis Fusion Rates: A Systematic Review.

Hindfoot arthrodesis is often required for end-staged deformities, such as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis. Although the need for hindfoot arthrodesis is generally accepted in severe deformities, there is a debate whether a double or triple arthrodesis should be performed. The aim of our systematic review is to review the fusion rates and mean time to fusion in double and triple arthrodesis.

Screw Length Associated With Fracture Gapping of Fifth Metatarsal Base Fracture With Intramedullary Screw Fixation: A Cadaveric Study.

Intramedullary screw fixation is a well-established surgical treatment for fifth metatarsal Jones fractures, due to its minimally invasive nature, and potential early return to activity. Due to the curvature of the fifth metatarsal, optimal length of the screw is needed to prevent gapping at the fracture site. The placement of a straight screw induces straightening of a naturally curved bone.

A Systematic Review of Angular Deformities in Charcot Neuroarthropathy.

Charcot neuroarthropathy of the foot and ankle is associated with periarticular deformities and progressive radiographic changes. There have been studies analyzing the radiographic angulations and deformity progression in Charcot neuroarthropathy deformity. The aim of this paper is to provide systematic review of studies that evaluate foot and ankle radiographic parameters in patients with Charcot neuroarthropathy.

Brain of the African wild dog. I. Anatomy, architecture, and volumetrics.

The African wild dog is endemic to sub-Saharan Africa and belongs to the family Canidae which includes domestic dogs and their closest relatives (i.e., wolves, coyotes, jackals, dingoes, and foxes).