Machine learning models based on routinely sampled blood tests can predict the presence of malignancy amongst patients with suspected musculoskeletal malignancy.

Aims: This study explores the possibility of using routinely taken blood tests in the diagnosis and triage of patients with suspected musculoskeletal malignancy.

Methods: A retrospective study was performed on results of patients who had presented for assessment to a regional musculoskeletal tumour unit. Blood results of patients with a histologically confirmed diagnosis between 2010 and 2020 were retrieved.

External rotation bracing for first-time anterior dislocation of the shoulder: A discontinued randomised controlled trial comparing external rotation bracing with conventional sling.

Introduction: Itoi et al. introduced the concept of bracing in abduction and external rotation to treat traumatic anterior shoulder dislocations. However, controversy remains as studies have reported variable results.

Acromioclavicular joint augmentation at the time of coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction fails to improve functional outcomes despite significantly improved horizontal stability.

Purpose: Acromioclavicular joint reconstruction is a well-established and frequently performed procedure. Recent scientific and commercial interest has led to a drive to develop and perform surgical techniques that more reliably restore horizontal stability in order to improve patient outcomes. The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the biomechanical evidence for procedures directed at restoring horizontal stability and determine whether they are associated with superior clinical results when compared to well-established procedures.

Transtendinous repair of partial articular sided supraspinatus tears is associated with higher rates of stiffness and significantly inferior early functional scores than tear completion and repair: A systematic review.

Introduction: Transtendon repair (TTR) and tear completion and repair (TCR) are common repair techniques for partial thickness rotator cuff tears (PTRCTs). Previous systematic reviews have not demonstrated any advantage of either but have not specifically addressed early recovery.

Aim: To compare the outcomes of these two techniques in treating PTRCTs with respect to post-operative stiffness, delay in functional recovery and re-tear rates.