Publications by authors named "Sofyan Al Shdefat"

This systematic review aimed to summarize the full range of complications reported following ankle arthroscopy and the frequency at which they occur. A computer-based search was performed in PubMed, Embase, Emcare, and ISI Web of Science. Two-stage title/abstract and full-text screening was performed independently by two reviewers.

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Purpose: This systematic review aims to summarise the outcomes of gastrocnemius release in the management of Achilles Tendinopathy.

Methods: A systematic review was performed according to PRISMA guidelines. A computer-based search was performed in PubMed, Embase, Cinahl, Scopus and ISI Web of Science.

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Purpose: A ganglion cyst is a benign soft tissue swelling filled with hyaluronic acid and other mucopolysaccharides. Whilst they most commonly present in the wrist region, their occurrence in the foot and ankle is not rare. This scoping review aims to systematically map and summarise current evidence regarding the management of ganglia of the foot and ankle, whilst identifying areas for further research.

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Introduction: The popularity of cycling in the United Kingdom is increasing, with a further rise likely due to recent government cycling promotion schemes. This study aims to characterise fractures sustained due to cycling-related collisions in patients presenting to a Major Trauma Centre, in the region with the highest cycling rates in the United Kingdom.

Methods: A retrospective analysis of cycling injuries presenting to our centre between January 2012 and December 2020 was performed using a prospectively collected electronic database.

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