The influence of pre-operative Computed Tomography (CT) on surgical approach and fixation for fractures of the tibial plateau.

Background: It is well known that a computed tomography (CT) scan improves the classification of tibial plateau fractures (TPF) compared with radiographs. However, it is less clear how this translates into clinical practice. The aim of this study is to establish to what extent a pre-operative CT scan alters the approach, setup and fixation choice in TPF compared to radiographs.

Stem compatibility for cement-in-cement femoral revision: an in vitro study.

Cement-in-cement femoral component revision is a useful and commonly practised technique. Onerous and hazardous re-shaping of the original cement mantle is required if the new stem does not seat easily. Furthermore, without removing the entirety of the original cement mantle, the freedom to alter anteversion or leg length is difficult to predict preoperatively.

A Radiological Evaluation of Lateral Vertebral Subluxation Associated With Spinal Stenosis in the Lumbar Spine in Degenerative Scoliosis.

Study Design: Retrospective longitudinal cohort.

Objective: To evaluate the different patterns of stenosis with lateral subluxation in degenerative lumbar scoliosis (DLS).

Summary Of Background Data: Lateral subluxation of the vertebra is commonly seen in DLS.