Patient reported outcomes after revision ankle fixation.

Background: Functional outcome following ankle fracture fixation is linked to the restoration of joint congruity, anatomic alignment and stability. If surgical fixation fails to achieve these goals, revision surgery may be indicated. This retrospective study aims to report a consecutive series of fourteen patients with a minimum of one year follow up after revision ankle fixation and describe CT scan based modified Pettrone score used to assess quality of primary fixation.

Primary Elbow Arthroplasty in the Management of Complex Distal Humerus Fractures.

Introduction Complex distal humerus fractures pose significant challenges in orthopedic surgery, especially when traditional open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is not feasible. Primary elbow arthroplasty has emerged as an alternative treatment option for these fractures, but its application remains limited. This study aimed to evaluate the functional outcomes, patient selection criteria, and follow-up results of primary elbow arthroplasty in the management of complex distal humerus fractures.

Conservative vs Surgical Treatment of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture: A Systematic Review.

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is very common, especially in young athletic individuals who injure themselves during sports involving pivoting actions. Management options include conservative management, which involves progressive physical therapy, educating the patient on how to prevent instability, and the use of a hinged knee brace. Surgical management involves reconstruction of the torn ligament using an autograft or an allograft and ACL repair where the torn ligament is affixed back to the tibia or femur.