The Predictability of Clinical Findings and Radiographs for Detecting Tarsal Coalition.

Introduction: Tarsal coalition is a disorder of the foot characterized by the abnormal union between 2 or more of the tarsal bones. A minority of patients will develop pain and limited motion when reaching adolescence, for whom surgical resection of the coalition may be necessary. The diagnostic value of clinical and radiologic signs remains unclear.

Differentiating Between Knee Septic Arthritis and Lyme Arthritis in Children: A Clinical Prediction Algorithm for a Geographically Diverse Population.

Background: Knee septic arthritis (SA) and Lyme arthritis (LA) often have similar presentations but bacterial SA necessitates urgent surgery. Predictive factors for differentiating SA and other infectious/inflammatory conditions have been published. Our purpose was to test these algorithms using a retrospective multicenter musculoskeletal infection database.

Hip displacement in children with cerebral palsy: surveillance to surgery - a current concepts review.

This review brings together a multidisciplinary, multinational team of experts to discuss the current state of knowledge in the detection and treatment of hip displacement in cerebral palsy (CP), a global public health problem with a high disease burden. Though common themes are pervasive, different views are also represented, reflecting the confluence of traditional thinking regarding the aetiology and treatment of hip displacement in CP with emerging research that challenges these tried-and-true principles. The development of hip displacement is most closely related to gross motor function, with radiographic surveillance programs based on the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS), the goal being early detection and timely treatment.

Validation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Information System for Detection of Posttraumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents Following Procedures for Acute Orthopaedic Trauma.

Objectives: The efficiency and validity of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) surveys were determined for pediatric orthopaedic trauma patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in a clinic setting.

Design: Prospective cohort study.

Setting: Single-institution, Level I trauma center.

Outcomes of treatment of patella fractures in children and adolescents.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess clinical and functional outcomes in separate cohorts of operatively and nonoperatively managed pediatric patella fractures.

Methods: A retrospective review was completed for patients aged 5-19 years treated for a unilateral patella fracture at a single pediatric level-1 trauma center. Patients were excluded for osteochondral fracture associated with patellar dislocation, polytrauma presentation with additional fractures, or <3 months of clinical follow-up.

Running Biomechanics and Clinical Features Among Adolescent Athletes With Lower Leg Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome.

Objective: To compare clinical measures between patients with chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) and healthy controls and evaluate running biomechanics, physical measurements, and exertional intracompartmental (ICP) changes in adolescent athletes with lower leg CECS.

Design: Cross-sectional case-control study.

Setting: Large tertiary care hospital and affiliated injury prevention center.

Telehealth Potential in Pediatric Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Care is Comparable to In-Person Care But Disparities Remain.

Background: Understanding the challenges and potential of telehealth visits (THVs) in a large population can inform future practice and policy discussion for pediatric orthopaedic and sports medicine (OSM) care. We comprehensively assess telehealth challenges and potential in a large pediatric OSM population based on access, visit completion, patient satisfaction, and technological challenges.

Methods: Demographics, address, insurance, visit information, patient feedback, experience with video visits, and technical challenges of all 2019 to 2020 visits at our hospital were assessed (3,278,006 visits).

MRI of the Spine in Patients who Toe Walk: Is There a Role?

Background: Little is known about the prevalence of intraspinal pathology in children who toe walk, but magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be part of the diagnostic workup. The purpose of this study was to examine the role of MRI for children who toe walk with a focus on the rate of positive findings and associated neurosurgical interventions performed for children with said MRI findings.

Methods: A single-center tertiary hospital database was queried to identify a cohort of 118 subjects with a diagnosis of toe walking who underwent spinal MRI during a 5-year period.

Comparison of Contrast-enhanced Ultrasound and Contrast-enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Assessment of Infant Hip Perfusion and Prediction of Proximal Femoral Growth Disturbance Following Closed and Open Reduction for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: A Preliminary Study.

Objective: Proximal femoral growth disturbance (PFGD) is a significant complication associated with surgical treatment of infant hip dislocation. Contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (CEMRI) has been utilized to assess perfusion in these hips and avoid PFGD. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is an imaging technique utilized to evaluate perfusion in other organs.

Pediatric Orthopaedic Venous Thromboembolism: A Systematic Review Investigating Incidence, Risk Factors, and Outcome.

Background: There is growing evidence of increased venous thromboembolism (VTE) incidence in children with trauma or infection. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic review of existing literature related to VTE in the pediatric orthopaedic population, to estimate the overall incidence of VTE and identify risk factors associated with this condition.

Methods: A systematic review of the available literature was performed to identify articles that described VTE in pediatric orthopaedic surgery or admission.

Anterior Distal Femoral Hemiepiphysiodesis in Children With Fixed Knee Flexion Deformities: Does Screw Position Matter?

Background: Anterior distal femoral hemiepiphysiodesis (ADFH) using 2 percutaneous screws is an effective technique for the treatment of fixed knee flexion deformities in children with neuromuscular disorders. The role of sagittal screw position on the outcome of the procedure is unknown.

Methods: This is a retrospective case series of patients who underwent ADFH at a single pediatric hospital from 2013 to 2020.

Pelvis radiographs in children with cerebral palsy: effects of patient positioning on calculating migration percentages.

Background: Hip displacement in children with cerebral palsy (CP) is monitored by measuring migration percentage on anteroposterior pelvis radiographs. However, proper positioning for radiography in children with spasticity is difficult. The reliability and accuracy of migration percentage as a function of patient positioning is unknown.

Incidence of Skin Sensitivity Following Dermabond Application in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery.

Background: Dermabond (Dermabond; Ethicon, Sommerville, NJ), is a skin adhesive commonly utilized in pediatric orthopedic surgery for postoperative wound care. Few studies have examined outcomes of Dermabond exposure in children. The purpose of this study is to estimate the incidence of skin reactions following Dermabond exposure in pediatric orthopedic surgery and investigate potential risk factors associated with Dermabond sensitivity.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Multidisciplinary Care Delivery to Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Neuromuscular Complex Chronic Conditions.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented challenges in the care of children with cerebral palsy (CP) and other neuromuscular complex chronic conditions (NCCCs). The purpose of this study is to explore the direct impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare delivery. From May to August 2020, medical professionals caring for CP and NCCC patients across multiple countries and disciplines completed a self-administered cross-sectional survey comparing practices before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Variations in the Management of Closed Salter-Harris II Distal Tibia Fractures.

Background: There are no formal practice guidelines for the surgical management of closed, Salter-Harris (SH) II distal tibia fractures. The purpose of this study was to survey the indications for operative and nonoperative management of this injury across pediatric tertiary care centers.

Methods: We surveyed pediatric orthopedic surgeons at 20 tertiary care level-1 pediatric trauma centers.

The Incidence of Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms in Children.

Objective: To determine the incidence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and risk factors for their development in children and adolescents undergoing orthopaedic surgery for trauma.

Design: Prospective cohort study.

Setting: Level-1 trauma center.

Age and CRP Associated With Improved Tissue Pathogen Identification in Children With Blood Culture Negative Osteomyelitis: Results From the CORTICES Multicenter Database.

Background: Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) is a relatively common condition in children, and identifying the offending pathogen with blood or tissue cultures aids in diagnosis and medical management while reducing treatment failure. Recent 2021 AHO clinical practice guidelines from the Pediatric Infectious Disease Society recommend obtaining routine tissue cultures, particularly in cases with negative blood cultures. The purpose of this study was to identify variables associated with positive tissue cultures when blood cultures are negative.

Minimizing Surgeon Radiation Exposure During Operative Treatment of Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures.

Background: Orthopaedic surgeons are exposed to high levels of radiation, which may lead to higher rates of cancer among orthopaedic surgeons. There are a series of techniques currently practiced to pin supracondylar humerus fractures including pinning the arm on the C-arm itself, using a plexiglass rectangle or a graphite floating arm board; however, the variation in radiation exposure to the surgeon is unknown. We aimed to determine how the position of the C-arm affects radiation exposure to the surgeon during the treatment of a pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture.

Hip Surveillance and Management of Hip Displacement in Children with Cerebral Palsy: Clinical and Ethical Dilemmas.

Hip displacement is the second most common musculoskeletal deformity in children with cerebral palsy. Hip surveillance programs have been implemented in many countries to detect hip displacement early when it is usually asymptomatic. The aim of hip surveillance is to monitor hip development to offer management options to slow or reverse hip displacement, and to provide the best opportunity for good hip health at skeletal maturity.