There Is No Difference in Clinical Outcomes Between Early or Late Weight-Bearing After Autologous Osteochondral Transplantation for Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus: A Systematic Review.

Purpose: To provide a comprehensive systematic review to determine the impact of early weight-bearing compared with late weight-bearing on the clinical outcomes of patients who underwent osteochondral lesion of the talus (OLT) and were treated with autologous osteochondral transplantation (AOT) and to review the rate of return to sports and/or activities, patient satisfaction, and complications.

Methods: A systematic review of the PubMed, Embase, and The Cochrane Library databases was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systemic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Publications were divided into group A, in which patients were allowed early weight-bearing within the first 6 weeks, whereas group B consisted of patients who were only allowed weight-bearing after 6 weeks.

Angle-based minimally invasive glaucoma surgery in normal tension glaucoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: This systematic review and meta-analysis quantitatively examines the efficacy of angle-based minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) in normal tension glaucoma (NTG).

Methods: A literature search was performed on Medline, Embase, PubMed, CINAHL and Cochrane Library from inception until 20 December 2022. Pilot, cohort, observational studies and randomised controlled trials including at least 5 subjects undergoing angle-based MIGS (trabecular-bypass devices, excisional trabeculotomy, goniotomy and ab-interno canaloplasty) for NTG, with or without cataract surgery, were included.

A deep dive into hyperbaric environments and intraocular pressure-a systematic review.

Purpose: SCUBA diving exposes participants to a unique hyperbaric environment, but few studies have examined the effects of such an environment on intraocular pressure (IOP) and glaucoma. This systematic review aims to consolidate recent literature findings regarding the impact of increased atmospheric pressure on IOP and glaucoma.

Methods: Three online databases were searched to identify publications encompassing the subjects of diving or increased atmospheric pressure in conjunction with IOP or glaucoma.

Intraoperative Optical Coherence Tomography for Ab Interno Trabecular Bypass Glaucoma Surgery.

The purpose of this study was to demonstrate a case of a novel surgical technique utilizing intraoperative optical coherence tomography (iOCT) to aid implantation and optimal placement of 2 trabecular bypass minimally invasive glaucoma surgery devices-the iStent inject W and the Hydrus microstent. In iStent inject W implantation, where the depth of stent implantation has been correlated to postoperative outcomes. the iOCT allowed real-time appreciation of device implantation depth relative to the trabecular meshwork surface.

Treat and extend regimen for diabetic macular oedema-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Various treatment regimens are currently practiced in the treatment of CI-DMO (centre-involving diabetic macular oedema). In recent years, there has been a growing body of evidence supporting a treat and extend (T&E) regimen for DMO which offers the promise of comparable visual and anatomical outcomes while reducing injection burden. This meta-analysis was hence performed to evaluate the aforementioned outcomes in the treatment of DMO.

Complications and post-operative interventions in XEN45 gel stent implantation in the treatment of open angle glaucoma-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The XEN45 Gel Stent is a subconjunctival filtering device that has demonstrated promising efficacy. This meta-analysis quantitatively evaluates reported complications and interventions after XEN45 implantation in the treatment of open angle glaucoma (OAG).

Methods: Pilot, cohort, observational studies, and randomised controlled trials that included at least ten patients undergoing ab interno or externo XEN45 surgery, with or without phacoemulsification were deemed eligible for inclusion.

Standalone XEN45 Gel Stent implantation in the treatment of open-angle glaucoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

The XEN45 Gel Stent (Allergan Inc., Irvine, CA) allows the drainage of aqueous into the sub-conjunctival space, through a minimally-invasive approach. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates its intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering efficacy and complications in the treatment of open-angle glaucoma.

Anterior segment imaging in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery - A systematic review.

Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) has grown in popularity over the past decade. This systematic review explores the peri-operative and intraoperative application of anterior segment imaging to maximize the efficacy and safety of MIGS. A review of the PubMed, EMBASE and CINAHL databases was conducted, with inclusion criteria restricted to MIGS that had received United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) premarket approval, FDA 510(K) premarket notification, or were listed as a class 1 device exempt from FDA approval or notification.

Standalone XEN45 Gel Stent implantation versus combined XEN45-phacoemulsification in the treatment of open angle glaucoma-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: The XEN45 Gel Stent is currently the only FDA-approved sub-conjunctival minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) procedure. It has been used worldwide either as a standalone implantation procedure or in combination with phacoemulsification surgery. Concomitant phacoemulsification is understood to influence outcomes of traditional subconjunctival filtering surgery.

Arthroscopic capsular release to treat idiopathic frozen shoulder: How much release is needed?

Purpose: This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to provide consensus regarding the degree of optimal extended arthroscopic capsular release in addition to a standard rotator interval release in the treatment of idiopathic frozen shoulder.

Materials And Methods: The systematic review was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systemic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. All articles that reported the outcomes of capsular release in idiopathic frozen shoulder were included.

Somatostatin analogues and the risk of post-operative pancreatic fistulas after pancreatic resection - A systematic review & meta-analysis.

Background: Post-operative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a common complication of pancreatic resection. Somatostatin analogues (SA) have been used as prophylaxis to reduce its incidence. The aim of this study is to appraise the current literature on the effects of SA prophylaxis on the prevention of POPF following pancreatic resection.

Catheter-directed foam sclerotherapy, an alternative to ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy for varicose vein treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Catheter-directed foam sclerotherapy is a new addition to the treatment modalities available for varicose veins. As a modification of ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy, catheter-directed foam sclerotherapy has been purported to offer higher complete ablation rates and an improved safety profile. The aim of this study is to appraise the current literature on the outcomes of catheter-directed foam sclerotherapy compared to ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy in chronic venous insufficiency.

Intra-operative optical coherence tomography in glaucoma surgery-a systematic review.

The application of the OCT in clinical ophthalmology has expanded significantly since its introduction more than 20 years ago. There has been recent growing interest in the application of intra-operative optical coherence tomography (iOCT). The iOCT's ability to enhance visualisation and depth appreciation has the potential to be further exploited in glaucoma surgery, especially with the emergence of Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS)-to facilitate targeted device placement and fine surgical manoeuvres in the angles, the sub-conjunctival layer and the suprachoroidal space.

The Outcomes of Isolated Distal Realignment Procedures in Patellofemoral Instability: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Distal realignment procedures are now commonly performed routinely with proximal realignment procedures. Despite so, only a limited number of publications exist that have looked into the efficacy of isolated distal realignment procedures, and whether there is indeed a need for routine proximal realignment procedures to be added to the distal realignment procedures. The current systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the outcomes of isolated distal realignment procedures in the management of patellofemoral instability.