Treatment of Extra-Articular Distal Humerus Fractures: Current Concepts and Systematic Review.

Background: Acute extra-articular distal humerus fractures (DHFs) continue to pose a treatment challenge for many orthopedic surgeons. The aim of this study was to provide a comprehensive review of treatment principles, while reporting union rates, time to union, complication rates, and outcome measures following operative and non-operative management.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted utilizing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines.

Mixing Metals During Operative Fixation and Reconstruction in the Appendicular Skeleton: Does Theoretical In Vivo Galvanization Cause Clinically Detrimental Outcomes?

Objective: Traditional training and teaching have advised against mixing varying metal types to avoid the potential for in vivo galvanization and corrosion. The objective of this study was to retrospectively analyze patients who have undergone operative reconstruction with mixed metal (MM) constructs to report any related complications.

Methods: Design: Retrospective case series.

Emerging Through Adversity: Early Implementation Learnings of Leadership Capacity Supports to Bolster Team Resilience.

The COVID-19 pandemic challenged the health workforce to respond to rapidly changing circumstances that demanded agility and endurance. As we emerged from those early years of the pandemic, we saw the aftermath of fatigue and waning resilience. The support of leaders is fundamental to the success of teams, especially in times of adversity and recovery.

No difference in early outcomes comparing intramedullary versus extramedullary fibular fixation in operative ankle fractures.

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to compare postoperative complications and outcomes of minimally invasive intramedullary fixation (IMF) versus plate fixation (PF) in the treatment of distal fibular fractures.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective review was performed from identifying all consecutive ankle fracture patients aged ≥18-years-old surgically managed between August 2017 to September 2022 at a tertiary care center with minimum 6 months clinical follow-up. Patients were grouped into those receiving intramedullary versus extramedullary fibular fixation.

Radiographic Analysis of Scoliosis Using Convolutional Neural Network in Clinical Practice.

Purpose: To assess the reliability and accuracy of an automated Cobb angle measurement (ACAM) using a convolutional neural network (CNN) for scoliosis evaluation and to compare measurement times.

Materials And Methods: ACAM was applied to spine radiographs in 411 patients suspected of scoliosis. Observer 1 (consensus of two musculoskeletal radiologists) and observer 2 (a radiology resident) measured Cobb angle (CA).