Acta Inform Med
January 2023
Background: Compression of the ulnar nerve at the level of Guyon's canal is a very rare compressive neuropathy. Due to the vast range of symptoms that can manifest depending on the degree of ulnar nerve compression, the clinical picture is not consistent.
Objective: The aim of the study is to outline the diagnostic techniques and therapeutic options.
Aim To evaluate modalities of extensor tendons repair of hand and forearm in specific anatomical zones with regard to etiological factors and presence of associated injuries of adjacent anatomical structures. Methods This cross-sectional study included 279 patients referred for extensor tendon repair of hand and forearm in specific anatomical zones. Available treatment modalities were evaluated concerning etiological factors, anatomical zones, and associated injuries.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWe first aimed to investigate the epidemiological characteristics and clinical pattern of hospitalized paediatric burn patients in Sarajevo Canton. Second, we aimed to determine the targets for the paediatric burn prevention program. This descriptive retrospective study was carried out to analyse the demographic, etiologic and clinical data of 73 hospitalized paediatric burn patients in Sarajevo Canton over a 5-year period from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2016.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPeroneal palsy with loss of active dorsal flexion in foot can be surgically treated by anterior transfer of tibialis posterior tendon. Two techniques are available, classic and modified Barr's technique of the anterior transfer of tibialis posterior tendon, with different place of tendon's reinsertion. The aim of the study is evaluation of the degree of active dorsal flexion in foot, and appearance of varus position and hipercorrection of the foot, by comparing the results of the two operative techniques.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: the lower extremity requires an understanding of the ways in which such reconstruction differs from that of the upper extremity. The weight-bearing requirements are the most obvious difference. The difference between the cutaneous coverage on the plantar surface on the foot and that on the dorsum has important implication for reconstruction of defects in these areas.
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