This classic discusses Arthur E. Ellison's (1926-2010) contributions to our understanding of anterolateral rotatory laxity of the knee. Ellison was a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon and one of the founding members of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Septic arthritis of any joint is an orthopaedic emergency which requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. The knee is the commonest joint afflicted, and the primary objective of any treatment is complete source control. This commonly takes the form of antibiotic therapy and a washout of the infected joint by means of arthroscopy or arthrotomy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis classic discusses Marcel Lemaire's original publications in the context of modern surgical practice, including a description of his original lateral extra-articular tenodesis. Previously published in French, these translations shed light on his revelations regarding the anterior cruciate ligament's role in knee stability and his detailed insights into the ressaut rotatoire or the pivot shift phenomenon. We track the evolution of Lemaire's procedure since the publication of his original technique in 1967 which used a nylon cord superficial to the lateral collateral ligament followed by cast immobilisation for one month.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common procedure for end stage osteoarthritis. The learning curve for THA is complex and challenging. One of the most difficult skills to master is acetabular reaming.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Hip fractures have become a major public health priority due to their increasing incidence. Intramedullary (IM) nailing has gained popularity as a surgical technique for managing these fractures. However, comparative studies with extramedullary devices indicate potentially increased mechanical complications associated with IM nailing.
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