Clinical characteristics, treatment, and outcome of pancreatitis, panniculitis, and polyarthritis syndrome: a case-based review.

A 42-year-old Caucasian female presented with lower limb panniculitis and bilateral ankle arthritis in the absence of abdominal or other localizing symptoms. Abdominal imaging revealed subacute pancreatitis with pseudocyst formation. The clinical manifestations were compatible with pancreatitis, panniculitis, and polyarthritis syndrome (PPP syndrome), a very rare complication of pancreatic disease.

Corrective osteotomies using patient-specific 3D-printed guides: a critical appraisal.

Introduction: Over the last decade, the technique of 3D planning has found its way into trauma surgery. The use of this technique in corrective osteotomies for treatment of malunions provides the trauma surgeon with a powerful tool. However, this technique is not entirely straightforward.

Direct fixation of fractures of the posterior pilon via a posteromedial approach.

The treatment of fractures of the posterior pilon is a timely issue. Restoration of the integrity of the incisura fibularis and subsequent anatomic reduction of the fibula are essential for reconstruction of the ankle mortise after trauma, and syndesmotic stability. Inappropriate treatment ultimately will lead to a poor functional outcome and quality of life.