A Mathematical Model of Achilles Tendon Overload During Jump Shot.

Introduction: Achilles tendon injuries usually occur with abrupt movements at the level of the ankle and foot, and the consequence is the overload of the Achilles tendon.

Aim: Examine the Achilles tendon load as a function of the landing angle, and find the critical point at which the tendon overload begins and when a further increase in the landing angle can lead to rupture.

Methods: The study has a prospective character.

Serratia marcescens meningitis following spinal anaesthesia and arthroscopy.

We present case of nosocomial bacterial meningitis, caused by Serratia marcescens (ESBL), occurred following spinal anaesthesia. Although very rare bacterial meningitis is serious complication of spinal anaesthesia and early diagnosis as well as effective treatment is extremely important. Previously healthy individual, admitted to Orthopaedic Department for routine arthroscopy, approximately within 24 hours after operation was performed complained of headache and fever.

Treatment of rare posttraumatic false aneurism and A-V fistula of the deep femoral artery and vein.

Unlabelled: Article presents a rare case of posttraumatic pseudoaneurysm and A-V fistula between deep femoral artery and vein in 16 year old patient with stab wound in middle third of the lateral side of left femoral region. There were no signs of arterial injury on initial angiogram. During the observation we noticed subcutaneous bruise on the posterior side of the femoral region, and strong systolic murmur by ordinary auscultation over the involved region as a significant sign of the A-V fistula.

[Hemipelvectomy, constant surgical dilema].

Introduction: In this report we present our experience in "post war" environment in our institution. Any king of pelvic surgery is challenging and impacts significantly on limb and visceral function. Any surgeon has to ask a question "is heroic surgery justifiable".