Pathological Hip Dislocation in a Neurofibromatosis Patient Secondary to Capsular Hemangioma.

Neurofibromatosis is an autosomal-dominant multi-system disease affecting the nervous, integumentary, ocular, and musculoskeletal systems. In the small number of reported cases, the cause was either atraumatic or an intra-articular neurofibroma. Only a couple of articles in medical literature have reported synovial and capsular hemangioma originating within the hip joint.

Understanding The Rare Bone Tumor "ADAMANTINOMA".

Adamantinoma is a rare neoplastic bone tumor that has the potential to metastasize. The classic presentation is in the tibial region however; cases involving other bones of the body have been noticed. The tumour is very likely to be mistaken for other bone diseases and therefore it is important to investigate and study about its nature and thus differentiate it from other differentials.

Allograft bone banking experience in Pakistan.

To share our experience of establishing a bone bank in Pakistan, and the clinical use of these indigenously produced bone grafts. We retrospectively reviewed our experience of the procurement, processing, and storage of bone grafts at a bone bank in Karachi, Pakistan, the first bone bank to be established in a public sector hospital in Pakistan. The bone bank was established at Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT), Karachi, in collaboration with Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dow University of Health Sciences/Civil Hospital, Karachi (CHK) in May, 2015.

Clinical Outcomes Of Intra-Articular High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid Injection For Hip Osteoarthritis- A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis.

Background: Osteoarthritis is the most common degenerative disease of the synovial joints in the elderly population with hip osteoarthritis as the second most commonly affected joint. A multitude of conservative treatments is used for pain relief and functional improvement including acetaminophen, NSAID, intra-articular corticosteroid, and viscosupplementation (VS). Different preparations of VS based on different molecular weights are commercially available.

Bilateral asymmetrical hip dislocations with acetabulum fractures; a case report.

Bilateral hip dislocation is a rare injury and asymmetrical hip dislocations are even very rare entities. We are reporting two cases of bilateral asymmetrical hip dislocations with associated acetabulum fractures. Mechanism of injury in first case was fall from height and in other case road traffic accident.

A Case Report of Metallosis With a Failed Distal Femur Plate.

Metallosis is a very rare condition that poses a diagnostic challenge. Its precise incidence is not known and the condition should be suspected in patients who present with the clinical signs and symptoms discussed below. In particular, physicians and surgeons should pay special attention to whether metal prosthesis has been used for fracture repair or joint function.

Predictive Factors Associated With Fear Faced by Healthcare Workers During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Questionnaire-Based Study.

Background The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) since the beginning has been a reason of fear among healthcare workers (HCWs) due to the increased mortality, especially in the HCWs themselves. In this survey study, we aimed to explore the predictive factors associated with fear faced by HCWs during the COVID-19 pandemic and to identify the areas which need to be addressed to reduce it. Methods On May 14, 2020, we conducted an observational, cross-sectional survey using a self-administered questionnaire, consisting of the following two parts: (1) focused on factors associated with HCWs' fear of getting an infection and being a source of carrying the infection to whom they care, and (2) focused on factors associated with HCWs' fear of uncertainty and lack of support from concerned health authorities.

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Healthcare Workers Regarding the Use of Face Mask to Limit the Spread of the New Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19).

Introduction Many countries including Pakistan are currently using face masks in their pandemic control plans. Being highly prevalent, the correct use of these masks is particularly important, as an incorrect use and disposal may actually increase the rate of transmission. The purpose of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of healthcare workers (HCWs) in wearing a surgical face mask to limit the spread of the new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Fixation of Crescent Pelvic Fracture in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Steep Learning Curve.

Background Crescent fracture-dislocation of sacroiliac joint is a type of lateral compression pelvic injury associated with instability. These fractures comprise 12% of lateral compression fractures. Objective The objective of this study is to share the experience and to assess the functional outcome of fixation in crescent fracture-dislocation.

The First Clinical Case of Gorham-Stout Syndrome of Humerus in an 18-year-old Female Reported in Pakistan.

Gorham-Stout syndrome (GSS) is a rare disorder of complete bone resorption, characterized by lymphangiomatosis and angiomatosis of bone, with only around 200 cases reported from around the world till date. The diagnosis is made on clinical, radiological, and histopathological findings and exclusion of other common conditions, and treatment is based on the physician's judgment and tailored to the needs of the individual. With the etiology unknown, diagnosis mostly of exclusion, an unpredictable prognosis, and no standardized treatment formed, the disease poses a challenge to physicians in appropriately diagnosing and managing the patient.

Prevalence of Psychosocial and Behavioral Aspects in Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in Civil Hospital, Karachi.

Introduction Motorcycles are common in a developing nation like Pakistan. In addition to their benefits, motorcycles carry a high risk for accident and injury. Many factors can exacerbate the risk of motorcycle operation including the use of mobile phones while riding, a lack of knowledge of traffic rules, not following road rules or non-satisfactory vehicle health and road conditions.

Experience of treating the Talipes equinovarus deformity with Ponsetti technique at district level.

Objective: To assess the Ponsetti technique's effectiveness in the treatment of talipes equinovarus.

Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted from January 2013 to March 2018in Naushehero Feroze disctrict of the province of Sindh, Pakistan, and data was assessed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dow University of Health Sciences / Civil Hospital, Karachi. Children with talipes equinovarus were treated with Ponsetti casting.

Role of single dose antibiotic prophylaxis in clean orthopedic surgery.

Objective: To compare the proportion of early postoperative infection in clean orthopedic surgery after single dose of prophylactic antibiotic and multiple doses of prophylactic antibiotic.

Design: Interventional quasi-experimental study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of Orthopedics, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi from April 2004 to March 2005.

Union and complications after Thomas splint and early hip spica for femoral shaft fractures in children.

Objective: To compare the time of union, degree of shortening and angulations in coronal and sagittal plane in children after applying Thomas splint and early hip spica for the treatment of isolated closed femoral shaft fractures.

Design: Interventional quasi-experimental study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Orthopedic department of Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi from December 2002 to January 2004.