Factors affecting decision-making of patients choosing acupuncture in a public hospital.

Background: With increasing evidence to support its practice, acupuncture has been integrated within many hospitals around the world. The purpose of this study is to understand the factors affecting decision making of patients as they select acupuncture treatment for their medical conditions and symptoms within a public hospital.

Methods: A qualitative study consisting of in depth interviews with 14 patients was conducted.

Total hip arthroplasty for ankylosed hip secondary to heterotopic ossification.

Heterotopic ossification (HO) secondary to traumatic brain injury occurs at various sites and most commonly at the elbow, shoulder, and hip. There are few published reports on the assessment and surgical resection techniques of HO. A complete preoperative physical examination and radiologic assessment with a computed tomographic scan are important for the thorough evaluation of a patient.