Hexapod Circular Frame Fixation for Tibial Non-union: A Systematic Review of Clinical and Radiological Outcomes.

Introduction: Tibial non-unions present with complex deformities, bone loss, infection, leg length discrepancy (LLD), and other features which influence function. Circular frame-based treatment is popular with the hexapod system used increasingly. This systematic review aims to determine the clinical and radiological outcomes of hexapod fixation when used for tibial non-unions.

Hip fractures in cyclist - a six-year cohort study at a single large volume trauma centre.

Unlabelled: Cycling has gained in popularity as a recreational activity and method or travel, in part due to its recognised health benefits in maintenance of good cardiovascular strength and also for environmental issues. As a consequence of this, there is unfortunately an increased number of cycling related injuries. One particular injury incurred is a proximal femoral fracture, but there is little information in the literature with regarding this and its management.

The Current State of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine.

The last decade has seen a huge surge in interest surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). AI has been around since the 1950s, although technological limitations in the early days meant performance was initially inferior compared to humans. With rapid progression of algorithm design, growth of vast digital datasets and development of powerful computing power, AI now has the capability to outperform humans.

Surgical Management of Thoracic Multiple Exostoses.

Hereditary multiple exostoses is a rare autosomal dominant condition resulting in the development of multiple osteochondromas. We present the case of a 25-year-old woman with hereditary multiple exostoses who was referred for thoracic surgery assessment due to severe right-sided chest pain. Computed tomographic scan allowed preoperative planning for resection of the lesion.

Outcome of trans-metatarsal amputations in patients with diabetes mellitus.

Background: This retrospective case series reports the reoperation rate, survival rate and mobility status in patients with diabetes mellitus who had undergone a trans-metatarsal amputation (TMA) managed within a diabetic foot care service.

Methods: Forty-one consecutive patients (37 men, 4 women) underwent a TMA with primary wound closure between January 2008 and December 2017. Eighty-eight per cent (36/41) of the patients were followed-up for a mean of 2.