Histopathological and radiological evaluation of the efficacy of hydroxyapatite-boric acid and hydroxyapatite-magnesium coated Kirschner wires on fracture healing in femoral diaphyseal fractures: an experimental study.

Background: Biomaterials used in fracture healing hold a significant place in orthopedics. This study aimed to develop biomaterials coated with hydroxyapatite (HA), boric acid (BA), and magnesium (Mg) and investigate their effects on fracture healing.

Methods: Sixty female Wistar Albino rats were included in the study.

Investigation of the efficacy of epidermal growth factor, boric acid and their combination in cartilage injury in rats: An experimental study.

Objectives: In this study, we aimed to determine the bioefficacy of epidermal growth factor (EGF), boric acid (BA), and their combination on cartilage injury in rats.

Materials And Methods: In in vitro setting, the cytotoxic effects of BA, EGF, and their combinations using mouse fibroblast cell (L929), human bone osteosarcoma cell (Saos-2), and human adipose derived mesenchymal stem cells (hAD-MSCs) were determined by applying MTT [3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide] test. In in vivo setting, 72 rats were randomly divided into four groups.

Comparison of the Therapeutic Efficacy of Antibiotic-Loaded Polymeric Tissue Scaffold and Bone Cement in the Regeneration of Infected Bone Tissue.

Background Local antibiotic applications have been used in chronic osteomyelitis and have been defined as an adjunctive treatment method. Biodegradable materials are also used for the same purpose by adding antibiotics. The fact that it does not require additional surgery to be removed is an important advantage.

Comparison of different fixation techniques for periprosthetic fractures: a biomechanical study of a new implant.

Introduction: The ideal treatment method for periprosthetic fractures is controversial due to the risks of current methods. Single-cortex screw fixation in prosthesis may lead to implant failure. Therefore, we aimed to develop an implant that lowers the risk for complications.

Effects of Zoledronic Acid Treatment on Fracture Healing, Morbidity and Mortality in Elderly Patients with Osteoporotic Hip Fractures.

Background: In this study, the effects of zoledronic acid (ZolA) administered at different times to patients undergoing surgical treatment for hip fracture were investigated.

Materials And Methods: Ninety patients who underwent surgical treatment for osteoporotic (OP) hip fractures between February 2013 and September 2016 in our hospital were included in the study. After surgical treatment, patients were allocated into three groups: group I-patients who had osteosynthesis using proximal femoral nail (PFN) for an intertrochanteric fracture of the femur were given ZolA within 1 week after fracture and before discharge; group II-patients who had osteosynthesis using the PFN for an intertrochanteric fracture of the femur were given ZolA within 1 month after fracture post-discharge; group III-patients in the same age group who had a hemiarthroplasty (HA) for an intertrochanteric fracture of the femur were administered ZolA before discharge.

Is electromagnetic guidance system superior to a free-hand technique for distal locking in intramedullary nailing of tibial fractures? A prospective comparative study.

Background: Intramedullary nailing (IMN) technique is the gold standard for the treatment of closed fractures of the lower extremity long bones. For orthopedic surgeons, one of the most important problems in IMN procedures is the fixation of distal locking screws (DLS). Accurate and rapid placement of DLSs with minimal radiation exposure is crucial.

Clinical, radiological and patient-reported outcomes in intra-articular calcaneal fractures: Comparison of conservative and surgical treatment.

Objectives: This study aims to compare the radiological, clinical and patient-reported outcomes of patients with intra-articular calcaneus fractures treated conservatively or surgically.

Patients And Methods: Fifty-four patients (30 males, 24 females; mean age 41.0 years; range, 18 to 73 years) treated due to calcaneus fracture were included in the study.

How is hip prosthesis and proximal femoral nail stability affected by lesser trochanter fractures: A comparative finite element analysis.

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the effects of lesser trochanter (LT) and iliopsoas tendon on implant stability by using finite element analysis (FEA).

Materials And Methods: Effects of iliacus and psoas major muscles on hip joint was evaluated with inverse dynamics methods to calculate joint reaction and muscle forces. Intertrochanteric femur fracture was simulated according to AO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen) 31A1 and 31A2 classifications in three-dimensional modelling software.

The use of a proximal femoral nail as a hip prosthesis: A biomechanical analysis of a newly designed implant.

Complication rates of hip fractures after proximal femoral nail are not rare. In such fractures, treatment invariably comprises the extraction of proximal femoral nail and the introduction of a different hip prosthesis. To solve this problem, we aimed to develop a new implant, the modular nail prosthesis, which combines an intramedullary nail with a hip prosthesis.

Analysis of musculoskeletal dysmorphic abnormalities of 20 fetuses.

Objectives: This study aims to report rates of skeletal abnormalities and their risk factors in light of information obtained in a fetal autopsy series.

Patients And Methods: The study included 20 fetuses (11 males, 8 females and 1 ambiguous genitalia; mean age 19.3±4.

Predictive factors for early hospital readmission and 1-year mortality in elder patients following surgical treatment of a hip fracture.

Background: Early hospital readmission after surgically treated hip fracture is a common entity, often involving an adverse event and causing strains on an already overburdened healthcare system. The main purposes of the present study were to determine the 30-day readmission rate, analyze the predictive factors for early hospital readmissions, and assess 1-year mortality following surgical treatment of hip fracture in elderly patients. Retrospective case-control study.

Numerical Optimization of the Position in Femoral Head of Proximal Locking Screws of Proximal Femoral Nail System; Biomechanical Study.

Background: Proximal femoral fracture rates are increasing due to osteoporosis and traffic accidents. Proximal femoral nails are routinely used in the treatment of these fractures in the proximal femur.

Aims: To compare various combinations and to determine the ideal proximal lag screw position in pertrochanteric fractures (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen classification 31-A1) of the femur by using optimized finite element analysis.

Does Previous Hip Surgery Effect the Outcome of Tönnis Triple Periacetabular Osteotomy? Mid-Term Results.

Hip dysplasia (HD) is 1 of the major reasons of coxarthrosis. The goal of the treatment of HD by Tönnis triple pelvic osteotomy (TPAO) is to improve the function of hip joint while relieving pain, delaying and possibly preventing end-stage arthritis. The aim of this study is to compare the clinical and radiological results of TPAO to determine if previous surgery has a negative effect on TPAO.

Clinical and radiographic outcomes after femoral varus derotation osteotomy for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at 25 years follow-up: what are the determinants of outcome in the long term?

Objective: The main purposes of the present study were to analyse the long-term clinical and radiographic results of femoral varus derotation osteotomy performed in a group of patients with the diagnosis of Legg-Calvé-Perthes (LCP) disease and to compare the effects of age, lateral pillar classification, radiographic stage according to Waldenström's classification, and the amount of varisation obtained on long-term results.

Design: The study group consisted of 21 hips. The mean postoperative follow-up time was 25.

A rare case of 3C disease: Ritscher-Schinzel syndrome presenting with recurrent talipes equinovarus.

Introduction: Club foot (CF) is characterized by multiple deformities such as varus, adductus and internal rotation of the forefoot. It is well-known and a frequent congenital disorder. CF can concurrently be seen with several diseases but it can rarely manifest as a component of any other syndrome.

Open reduction and pinning for the treatment of Gartland extension type III supracondylar humeral fractures in children.

In this study, we aim to evaluate the clinical and radiological results of children who were treated with four different surgical approaches. In our clinics between February 2004 and November 2012, the children who underwent surgical treatment for supracondylar humeral fractures and whose data were available with regular follow-up of at least 1 year were included in the study. Clinical outcomes were evaluated for 54 patients with Gartland type 3 extension supracondylar fractures.

Post-traumatic Median Nerve Neuroma in Wrist. A Case Report and brief review of Literature.

Introduction: Distal median nerve masses may be developed post-traumatic or non-traumatic. In this paper, we aim to present a 52 year old female case with a postraumatic neuroma of the median nerve in the left wrist.

Case Series: A 52-year-old female patient had accidental incised wound over her left wrist which was primarily sutured.

[A comparison of short-term clinical and radiological results of Tönnis and Steel pelvic osteotomies in patients with acetabular dysplasia].

Objectives: This study aims to compare short-term clinical and radiological results of adult patients with acetabular dysplasia undergoing Tönnis osteotomy or Steel triple pelvic osteotomy.

Patients And Methods: Between March 2003 and January 2010, clinical and radiologic results in 61 patients who were operated due to acetabular dysplasia at Baltalimanı Bone and Joint Diseases Hospital were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were divided into two groups including those undergoing Tönnis osteotomy (Tönnis group) or Steel osteotomy (Steel group).

Single-stage treatment of complete dislocation of radial head and forearm deformity using distraction osteogenesis in paediatric patients having multiple cartilaginous exostosis.

Background: We are reporting the results of single-stage treatment for patients with forearm deformity and radial head luxation due to hereditary multiple exostosis using distraction osteogenesis.

Method: Six patients with a mean age of 12 years were treated. Morphological evaluation was made according to Masada (3 of the cases were 2a and 3; 2b).