Assessing the Accuracy of Ultrasound-Guided Needle Placement in Sacroiliac Joint Injections.

Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the accuracy of ultrasound-guided needle placement for sacroiliac joint injections.

Design: Institutional review board approval was gained for a prospective cohort study of 50 patients (N = 50). Study patients who were referred for sacroiliac joint injections for sacroiliac joint mediate pain and met inclusion/exclusion criteria were enrolled in the study.

Reference axes for optimal femoral rotational alignment in varus osteoarthritic Indian knees - A CT based study.

Background: Optimal rotational alignment of femoral component is important for longevity and success of total knee replacement. Whiteside line (WL), posterior condylar axis (PCA) and femoral transepicondylar axis are various intra-operative landmarks to guide femoral rotation. Each of these has its pros and cons.