The relationship of hip loading asymmetry and radiological parameters of the spine in Lenke type 1 idiopathic scoliosis.

Background: Idiopathic scoliosis does not only cause structural changes in the spine, but also functional changes of the musculoskeletal system.

Research Question: Does idiopathic scoliosis lead to asymmetric hip loading in severe Lenke type 1 deformity?

Methods: 23 patients (18 girls, 5 boys) aged 15 ± 2.8 years with an adolescent idiopathic main thoracic curve (Cobb angle 48.

Long-term donor-site morbidity after thumb reconstruction with twisted-toe technique.

Background: Traumatic thumb loss is a serious injury affecting patient´s ability to work and participate in activities of daily life. The main goal for a plastic surgeon is to restore hand grip, often by microsurgical methods. However, patients should be informed of all effects associated with tissue harvesting.