Range of Motion Following Extensor Tendon Splitting vs. Tendon Sparing Approaches for Plate Osteosynthesis of Proximal Phalangeal Fractures - A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Several approaches to plate fixation of the proximal phalanx have been proposed, such as the dorsal extensor splitting approach and the lateral or dorso-lateral extensor sparing approach, which aims to minimise invasiveness to promote native extensor tendon glide. This study aimed to meta-analyse the outcomes of these two approaches. A systematic review of electronic databases was undertaken, and the outcomes of comparative studies meta-analysed.

Tranexamic acid in hip fracture surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aims: The primary objective of this review was to determine whether tranexamic acid (TXA) reduces transfusion rates in patients undergoing surgery for hip fractures. The secondary objective was to assess the effects of TXA on mortality and thromboembolic events in the same cohort.

Methods: A systematic review of electronic databases was performed in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.

Isolated versus combined medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction for lateral instability of the patella.

Introduction: Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR) is regularly combined with a tibial tuberosity transfer (TTT) in cases of recurrent patellar instability with underlying structural deformity. However, these indications for a TTT have recently come into question. This study aimed to assess the traditional indications by comparing the outcomes of isolated and combined MPFLR for the treatment of recurrent lateral patellar dislocation.

Subchondral Insufficiency Fracture in the Lateral Compartment of the Knee in a 64-Year-Old Marathon Runner.

A 64-year-old marathon runner presented to our clinic with a history of worsening pain in her left knee. Following magnetic resonance imaging, the diagnosis of subchondral insufficiency fracture of the knee (SIFK) was made. A course of conservative management via bisphosphonates was initiated.

Limitations in predicting outcome following primary ACL reconstruction with single-bundle hamstring autograft - A systematic review.

Background: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is one of the most well studied and performed procedures in the world. Thus, it would be useful to develop a tool to predict patient outcomes post-operatively to allow clinicians to optimise management.

Purpose: To identify and summarise factors predictive of graft failure and patient-reported outcome (PROM) measures at minimum two years after ACLR with single-bundle quadruple hamstring autograft via the anteromedial portal technique.