Research and development of the sOLVe Tube™ dual lumen endobronchial tube: from concept to construct.

Introduction: Dual lumen endobronchial tubes (DLTs) are frequently used for lung isolation and one lung ventilation in thoracic surgery and other specialized clinical scenarios. Modern DLTs are large and rigid, and account for half of all tracheobronchial injuries. Their 70 year old design has numerous flaws which limit their safety and clinical utility.

Relationship of ACL Injury and Posterior Tibial Slope With Patient Age, Sex, and Race.

Background: Posterior tibial slope (PTS) has been proposed as a potential risk factor for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury; however, studies that have examined this relationship have provided inconclusive and sometimes contradictory results. Further characterization of this relationship may enable the medical community to identify individuals at greater risk for ACL injury and possibly characterize an anatomic target during surgical reconstruction.

Purpose: The primary goal was to investigate the relationship between PTS and ACL injury.