Introduction: Open comminuted distal femur fractures are notorious for septic or aseptic non-union. The recommended fixed angle distal femur locking plate in such situations can lead to a septic non-union due to its extensive approach and further periosteal stripping. Supracondylar nails, though have a minimally invasive approach, are not suitable for type C2 and C3 (AO/ASIF) fractures.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Giant-cell tumors (GCTs) are benign tumors of musculoskeletal system, commonly occur around knee. High-grade GCTs have a high tendency to recur after intralesional curettage. Reconstruction of joint after excision of such aggressive juxta-articular GCT has been challenging task.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Untreated Perthes disease can lead to osteoarthritis by the fourth decade. The treatment is conservative for children <6 years, operative within the age group of 6-9 years. Late onset Perthes, older than 9 years or more, are notorious with the aggressive course with poor outcome.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStabilization after a pelvic fracture can be accomplished using multiple techniques. The anterior external fixator has been traditionally used in variety of unstable pelvis either singly or in combination of posterior screws. These devices are cumbersome and restrict side turning and sitting particularly in obese patients.
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