Functional and patient reported outcomes of Pyrocardan implants for carpometacarpal osteoarthritis.

Aims: The primary aim of this study was to assess functional and patient reported outcomes among those with first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis treated with the Pyrocardan implant (Stryker-Wright Medical) in Ireland. The secondary aim of this study was to assess implant survival and revision rates.

Methods: We conducted a single surgeon retrospective study assessing 40 Pyrocardan arthroplasties among 37 patients, with a minimum of 6 months follow-up.

Open Reduction and Internal Fixation and Cement-In-Cement Revision for Selected Vancouver B Proximal Femur Periprosthetic Fractures.

The incidence of periprosthetic proximal femoral fractures is increasing with the increase in arthroplasty being performed as well as aging populations. We describe an open reduction and internal fixation and cement-in-cement technique utilizing a well-fixed cement mantle. The advantages of this allow for a shorter operative time, reduction in risk of iatrogenic femoral fractures, and reduction in blood loss.

A Description of Novel Uses of Hip Protectors in an Elderly Hip Fracture Population: A Technical Report.

Hip fractures are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly population. The number of hip fractures is set to increase significantly by 2050 as the global population ages. The costs associated with hip fracture patients are significant due to prolonged hospitalisation and rehabilitation.

Incidence of Non-Simultaneous Contralateral Second Hip Fractures: A Single-Center Irish Study.

Introduction Hip fractures are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly and are also associated with increased healthcare costs. A second contralateral hip fracture can lead to even more complications and healthcare costs. A significant proportion of the Irish hip fracture population does not receive a bone health assessment or falls specialist assessment to reduce the risk of future falls and fractures.

Description of two new species, Aphanolaimus strilliae n. sp. (Nematoda:br />Aphanolaimidae) and Makatinus africanus n. sp. (Nematoda: Aporcelaimidae), and SEM observations on three known species from freshwater sources in the Telperion Nature Reserve (Mpumalanga, South Africa).

Aphanolaimus strilliae n. sp. and Makatinus africanus n.