Etiology of avascular necrosis of the hip and shoulder. Screening for Gaucher disease.

Introduction: Avascular necrosis (AON) of the hip and shoulder is a little studied disease and the predisposing risk factors for its development are not well known. A high percentage of patients are diagnosed with idiopathic osteonecrosis. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of potential etiological factors for AON and to screen for Gaucher disease among patients with idiopathic AON.

Fibular-Lengthening Osteotomy in Patient with Progressive Valgus Deformity After an Ankle Fracture.

BACKGROUND The fibular fracture requires an anatomical reduction. When a malunion occurs, it can lead to a valgus deformity with an opening of the ankle mortise. CASE REPORT This case deals with a 23-year-old patient with pain and limited movement in the right ankle, caused by a fracture healed in an incorrect position, with shortening of the fibula and progressive displacement of the valgus, after surgery 12 months earlier for an ankle fracture.

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Background: Many factors can influence an athlete to consume dietary supplements, such as age, sex and sports, among others. Few studies regarding the prevalence and associated factors are available for athletes, especially in developing countries.

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the factors associated with the consumption of dietary supplements among Brazilian athletes.

New values anthropometry for classification of nutritional status in the elderly.

Anthropometry provides information on the physical status of the individual and can be associated with aspects of health including nutritional status. Currently, the stratification of the arm and calf circumferences is classified into only two situations: "malnourished" and "well-nourished". A total of 513 interviews were conducted, and 391 elderly people (≥ 65 years) completed the assessment using the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) and anthropometry of selected samples of the population of Cuiabá-MT.