Indications for Removal of Orthopaedic Implants in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A Review of 128 Cases.

Background: With expanding indications for operative fracture treatment, removal of orthopaedic implants has become a frequent elective orthopaedic procedure in developing countries. The clinical indications for implant removal are not well established and there are no specific indications despite the morbidity associated with implant removal operations.

Objective: To determine the frequency, indications and complications of removal of orthopaedic implants with a view to guiding implant removal protocol among surgeons.

Paediatric Septic Arthritis in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A 5-Year Clinical Review.

Background: Septic arthritis is a relatively common condition in the paediatric population. It is both a medical and a surgical emergency with potential high morbidity. This disabling disease requires early diagnosis and prompt management for optimal outcome.

An epidemiological study of the burden of trauma in Makurdi, Nigeria.

Background: Trauma leads to considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to elucidate the pattern and characteristics of trauma at Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi, Nigeria.

Materials And Methods: Case records of all patients who presented to the Accident and Emergency (A and E) Department with trauma between January and December 2013 were analyzed for demographic data, types of injuries sustained, causes and circumstances of injuries, as well as outcome of treatment were extracted from the case files and entered onto a computerized questionnaire.

Motorcycle-related injuries at a university teaching hospital in north central Nigeria.

Background: Motorcycle-related injuries lead to considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to determine the pattern and outcome of motorcycle-related injuries at Benue State University Teaching Hospital, Makurdi, Nigeria.

Patients And Methods: Case records of all patients who presented to the accident and emergency department with motorcycle-related injuries between July 2012 and June 2013 were analysed for age, gender, injury host status (i.

Outcome of treatment of fracture neck of femur using hemiarthroplasty versus dynamic hip screw.

Background: Fracture neck of femur is a frequent and severe injury with consequent high morbidity and mortality. Surgical treatment has been established as the gold standard; however, the surgical option remains a dilemma. Hemiarthroplasty with and Dynamic hip screw are established treatment modalities for femoral neck fractures.