Pain in Soft Tissue Tumors: A Comprehensive Retrospective Study.

Background: In the field of orthopedics, few studies have examined pain associated with soft tissue tumors. To accurately and promptly diagnose soft tissue tumors and provide appropriate treatment, it is necessary to have a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between soft tissue tumors and pain.

Methods: We analyzed data from patients with mass lesions in the extremities or trunk diagnosed by biopsy or surgery in our department and patients with ganglion cysts diagnosed by puncture between October 1, 2005, and September 30, 2011.

New Image Processing Method for Plain Radiography Improves Detection of Bone Metastases.

Background: Diagnosis of bone metastases would be hastened if they could be detected on plain radiographs obtained at the first visit to an orthopedic surgeon. However, lesions are often undetectable on plain radiography. Bone metastasis is diagnosed at the first visit in only a few patients, and diagnosis is delayed in many cases.

Interest in Osteoporosis among Nurses and Physicians before Introduction of a Fracture Liaison Service: A Questionnaire-Based Study.

Background: Osteoporosis-related fragility fractures such as proximal femoral and vertebral fractures are associated with decreased activities of daily living and a shorter life span. Many persons with osteoporosis do not receive testing or treatment. Introducing fracture liaison services (FLSs) to hospitals is an effective approach for reducing this treatment gap.