Early bone graft donor site morbidities; anterior superior iliac crest versus proximal tibia.

Purpose: Autogenous bone grafting is a widely used technique in orthopaedic and reconstructive surgeries. The anterior superior iliac crest (AIC) and proximal tibia (PT) are common sources for bone grafts. While, AIC is the gold standard, PT is popular for lower extremity procedures due to its proximity.

Normal Development of Tibiofemoral Angle in Healthy South-Eastern Nigerian Children: A Clinical Study on 3147 Children.

Background: Angular deformities of the lower extremities are common in children and are a frequent reason for orthopaedic referral. These deformities, which are usually encountered when children start to walk are typically measured using the tibiofemoral angle (TFA), which represents the angle formed by the intersection of the anatomical axis of the femur with the anatomical axis of the tibia.

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the TFA in healthy South-Eastern Nigerian children, and to determine the effect of gender and age on this angle.

Perceptions of the COVID-19 Vaccine and Willingness to Receive Vaccination among Health Workers in Nigeria: A Cross-sectional Study.

Background: COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is a major barrier to vaccine uptake, and the achievement of herd immunity is required to reduce morbidity and mortality and protect the most vulnerable populations. In Nigeria, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy has been high, and uptake remains very low. Healthcare workers (HCWs) in Nigeria can help support public health efforts to increase vaccine uptake.

Does the Proximal Femur Geometry Predict Early Functional Outcome after Plate Fixation of Geriatric Pertrochanteric Fractures?

Background: The proximal femur geometry determines the hip force distribution. The femoral neck axis length (FNAL), the hip axis length (HAL), the femoral head diameter, and the femoral neck-shaft angle (FNSA) could influence the risk and outcome of pertrochanteric fractures. Restoring these parameters to their prefracture values could predict early hip function.