The incidence of complications after posterior hindfoot endoscopy.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the incidence of complications after posterior hindfoot endoscopy.

Methods: Ovid/Medline and Google Scholar were systematically searched for pertinent references to be included. In addition, we hand-searched common American and European orthopaedic and podiatric surgical journals for relevant articles.

Tibio-talo-calcaneal arthrodesis with retrograde compression intramedullary nail fixation for salvage of failed total ankle replacement: a systematic review.

Failed total ankle replacement is a complex problem that should only be treated by experienced foot and ankle surgeons. Significant bone loss can preclude revision total ankle replacement and obligate revision though a complex tibio-talo-calcaneal arthrodesis. A systematic review of the world literature reveals a nonunion rate of 24.

Outcome of arthroscopic debridement and microfracture as the primary treatment for osteochondral lesions of the talar dome.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to determine patient outcomes after arthroscopic debridement and microfracture for osteochondral lesions (OCLs) of the talar dome.

Methods: Infotrieve-PubMed/MEDLINE and Google Scholar were systematically searched for the following terms: microfracture AND ankle OR talus. In addition, we hand-searched common American and European orthopaedic and podiatric surgical journals for relevant manuscripts.

Failure after soft-tissue release with tendon transfer for flexible iatrogenic hallux varus: a systematic review.

Hallux valgus is a common forefoot pathology often requiring surgical intervention for symptomatic relief. One complication of hallux valgus correction is flexible hallux varus. Iatrogenic flexible hallux varus often requires surgical repair; however, the most advantageous surgical procedure for repair of iatrogenic flexible hallux varus and their sustainability remains unclear.

Publication rates of poster presentations at the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons annual scientific conference between 1999 and 2008.

Publication is the desired end point of scientific research. Ultimately, it is desired that research presented in poster format at a scientific conference will be developed into a report and become published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal. Moreover, poster presentations of research studies are often referenced and, as a result, influence treatment care plans.

Rate of nonunion after first metatarsal-cuneiform arthrodesis using joint curettage and two crossed compression screw fixation: a systematic review.

First metatarsal-cuneiform joint arthrodesis is a commonly performed procedure to correct first ray pathology. The most widely accepted approach is curettage and 2 crossed compression screw fixation followed by a period of non-weight-bearing. Despite adequate joint preparation and stable internal fixation, nonunion has been cited as a known complication.