The scapula spine may not be a suitable source of bone graft for glenoid reconstruction in critical bone loss.

Background: The hypothesis is that the scapula spine can provide a graft of suitable dimensions for use in cases of shoulder instability with critical bone loss. We aimed to investigate its utility with grafts of differing sizes.

Methods: The scapula spine was measured on computed tomography scans of 50 patients who had undergone anterior stabilization.

The hidden dangers of staying home: a London trauma unit experience of lockdown during the COVID-19 virus pandemic.

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in reconfiguration of the NHS. Elective services were stopped and trauma services focused on decreasing patient-clinician interactions and managing injuries nonoperatively wherever possible. The everyday life of the general public changed dramatically with the introduction of a national lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Deciding How Best to Treat Cartilage Defects.

The decision-making regarding and treatment of cartilage abnormalities requires a systematic approach. This article reviews the concepts and principles that guide the management of this complex problem. The precise incidence, demographics, and progression of cartilage lesions have not been clearly delineated.