BACKGROUND The configuration of the hepatic arteries is known to vary substantially between individuals. Here, we report a rare retroperitoneal configuration of an accessory hepatic artery existing alongside a left and right hepatic artery branching from the proper hepatic artery. During routine dissection, we discovered an anomalous configuration of the hepatic arteries that does not fit the commonly used categorizations for abnormal hepatic vasculature.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Optimal lateral ankle imaging is important for the diagnosis and treatment of multiple ankle conditions. The effects of limb deformity on lateral ankle imaging are not well described and are clarified in this osteological study. Materials and methods We utilized an osteological collection and imaged all specimens after the first positioning of the talus in the lateral position and positioning the tibia and fibula to match.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The recently described Modified Fels knee skeletal maturity system (mFels) has proven utility in prediction of ultimate lower extremity length in modern pediatric patients. mFels users evaluate chronological age, sex, and 7 anteroposterior knee radiographic parameters to produce a skeletal age estimate. We developed a free mobile application to minimize the learning curve of mFels radiographic parameter evaluation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Pediatric forearm fractures are common injuries and can sometimes require surgical treatment. Few studies have evaluated the long-term outcomes of pediatric forearm fracture plating. We evaluated long-term functional outcomes and satisfaction in children with forearm fractures treated with plate fixation.
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