Publications by authors named "Umash Karki"

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  • The study investigates the use of semitendinosus tendon autografts for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction among paramilitary patients undergoing arthroscopic surgery.
  • The research was conducted on 166 patients and found that 34.94% underwent ACL reconstruction using semitendinosus grafts, with most patients experiencing mild limping and instability during physical activities prior to surgery.
  • The findings indicate a higher prevalence of ACL injuries in this specific patient population compared to similar studies, highlighting a need for targeted treatment and prevention strategies.
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Introduction: Midshaft clavicular fractures are common among young adults. Open reduction and internal fixation of displaced midshaft clavicular fractures with plate and screws have been shown to decrease nonunion, symptomatic malunion, and residual shoulder disability compared with non-operative treatment allowing early pain-free movement and early return to work. The aim of this study was to find out the prevalence of displaced midshaft clavicular fractures among patients with clavicular fractures admitted to the orthopaedics department of a tertiary care centre.

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Introduction: Young paramilitary recruits, who undergo strenuous exercise during basic training, are often presented with stress fractures, which could be due to an inadequate vitamin D (25-hydroxyvitamin D) intake. This study aimed to find the prevalence of stress fracture among young paramilitary trainees visiting the orthopedic outpatient department of a paramilitary hospital.

Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study done among paramilitary trainees in a paramilitary Hospital of Nepal between April 2019 to April 2021.

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Osteoid osteoma is the most common benign bone forming tumor characterized by a nidus surrounded by reactive sclerotic bone typically associated with nocturnal pain and most common in males less than 30 years. Diagnosis may be difficult in cases of atypical presentation, intraarticular localizations or very small size. Computed tomography guided radiofrequency ablation is one of the promising treatment methods being used with an advantage of minimal invasion, faster recovery and shorter hospitalization.

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