Does rigid spinal orthosis carry more psychosocial implications than the flexible brace in AIS patients? A cross-sectional study.

Background: A small body of data exists concerning psychosocial issues in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) subjected to soft braces. No study was yet performed on the detailed psychosocial implications in AIS patients.

Objective: To compare the psychosocial implications of the flexible SpineCor with the Cheneau orthosis in AIS females.

Missense splice variant (g.20746A>G, p.Ile183Val) of interferon gamma receptor 1 (IFNGR1) coincidental with mycobacterial osteomyelitis - a screen of osteoarticular lesions.

Previously, dominant partial interferon-gamma receptor 1 (IFN-g-R1) susceptibility to environmental mycobacteria was found with IFNGR1 deletions or premature stop. Our aim was to search for IFNGR1 variants in patients with mycobacterial osteoarticular lesions. Biopsies from the patients were examined for acid-fast bacilli, inflammatory cell infiltration, and mycobacterial niacin.

[Patients functioning after surgical treatment for Perthes disease].

Introduction: Perthes disease appears in children and affects hip joints. The proximal head of the femur is damaged, which results in deformation of the femoral ball and loss of its spherical shape. Instant diagnosis and introduction of treatment is crucial for maintaining the femoral head in the hip socket, which facilitates recovery to its spherical shape.

The influence of the degree of spine curvature on the quality of life assessment among patients treated surgically with the Cotrel-Dubousset method.

Unlabelled: Physical appearance and psychomotor ability rank high in the hierarchy of values accepted by children and teenagers. Therefore Idiopathic Scoliosis (IS), which is accompanied by the dysfunction of locomotive organ and often requires troublesome treatment, may lead to poor body image and frustration. Other common effects are a low self-esteem, identity problems and depressive symptoms.

Results of SpineCor dynamic bracing for idiopathic scoliosis.

Background: Orthopedic bracing is used in conservative treatment of spinal curvatures. Apart from rigid braces, SpineCor dynamic braces with a flexible design have recently become available. The idea behind dynamic bracing is that derotational and correcting forces are transmitted via a system of corrective bands.

Familial occurrence of Caffey-Silverman syndrome.

Caffey-Silverman syndrome, or infantile hyperostosis, is a rare condition of unclear etiology and pathogenesis affecting the skeletal system and the surrounding soft tissues. It is characterized by indurated swelling of soft tissues and cortical bone hyperostosis. The changes are usually multiple and affect such parts as the mandible, scapulae, ribs, clavicles, and forearm and shank bones.

Assessment of quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis treated operatively.

Background: A small percentage of patients with idiopathic scoliosis undergo surgery, which is only used in the case of the most extreme deformities of the spine and chest and progression of disease despite conservative treatment. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis treated operatively and to examine the correlations between the quality of life and radiographic and socio-demographic indices.

Material And Methods: wo independent groups of patients operated on at the Department of Pediatric Orthopedics of the Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin were examined using a standardized SRS -22 HRQL instrument.

Results of SpineCor dynamic bracing for idiopathic scoliosis.

Background: Orthopaedic bracing is used in conservative treatment of spinal curvatures. Apart from rigid braces, SpineCor dynamic braces with a flexible design have recently become available. The idea behind dynamic bracing is that derotational and correcting forces are transmitted via a system of corrective bands.

Conservative management of idiopathic scoliosis--guidelines based on SOSORT 2006 Consensus.

Background: Idiopathic scoliosis, defined as a lateral curvature of the spine of above 10 degrees (Cobb angle), is seen in 2-3% of the growing age population, while curves above 20 degrees , requiring conservative treatment, are found in 0.3-0.5%.

Assessment of Synvisc treatment in osteoarthritis.

Background. Viscosupplementation is a relatively new method for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA). The main goal of this project was to assess the safety and clinical utility of Hylan G-F20 (Synvisc(R)) in the treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee.

Diagnosis of syringomyelia and Chiari malformations in patients with scoliosis.

Background. Syryngomyelia was first described by Olliver in 1824. Burwell and Williams reported a 50% incidence of scoliosis in patients with syringomyelia.

Variability of the anteversion angle in children with Perthes' disease treated with varus-derotation subtrochanteric osteotomy.

Background. Despite extensive research, it is still unknown whether a 40% increase in the anteversion angle value is a primary or a secondary change in Perthes' disease. The aim of the study was to evaluate the variability of the anteversion angle in children with unilateral Perthes disease treated operatively with varus and derotation osteotomy.

Remodelling and congruency of the hip joint in children with Perthes' disease treated with varus-derotation subtrochanteric osteotomy.

Background. Dislocation of the femoral head to the front and to the side during the course of Perthes' disease is the main threat to the development of the hip. Containment of the femoral head into the acetabulum is the main goal of conservative and operative treatment.

[The use of recombinant coagulation factor VIIa in patients undergoing surgical correction of scoliosis with the C-D method].

Background. Excessive intraoperative bleeding during scoliosis correction extends surgery time, and may increase the risk of complications during surgery and the postoperative period. Recombinant factor VIIa (rVIIa) is widely used to control hemorrhage in patients with hemophilia.

[Treatment results of triplanar correction of idiopathic scoliosis in relation to curve pattern and degree of scoliosis].

Background. The King classification enables the surgeon to assess the curve pattern of scoliosis which determines the choice of operative technique as well as the extent of spinal fusion. The final outcome of operative treatment depends on the curve pattern and the degree of scoliosis.

Recombinant coagulation factor VIIa--a novel haemostatic agent in scoliosis surgery?

Spinal fusion surgery in children and adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis is often associated with severe haemorrhage. Recombinant coagulation factor VIIa (rFVIIa) has previously been shown to be an effective haemostatic treatment for severe bleeding associated with a variety of coagulopathic and non-coagulopathic indications. The aim of this retrospective study was to assess the safety and haemostatic efficacy of rFVIIa in a series of 26 consecutive adolescent patients with scoliosis (22 females; mean age 16.

The use of the Ilizarov technique in the treatment of upper limb deformity in patients with Ollier's disease.

Between 1997 and 2001 three children with Ollier's disease underwent treatment of five upper limb segments using the Ilizarov technique. Average length discrepancy was 8.4 cm in the arm and 4.