Locking plate versus non-locking plate in open-wedge high tibial osteotomy: a meta-analysis.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to conduct a meta-analysis to determine whether the locking plate or non-locking plate results in better opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) outcomes.

Methods: The MEDLINE, EMBASE, COCHRANE, and KOREAMED register databases were searched for studies. The eligibility criteria for inclusion in the review were studies that compared the locking plate with the non-locking plate for OWHTO, and those that provided clear descriptions of surgical techniques and outcomes.

Second-look arthroscopic findings after open-wedge high tibia osteotomy focusing on the posterior root tears of the medial meniscus.

Purpose: This study examined, at second-look arthroscopy, the results of open-wedge high tibial osteotomy (HTO) focusing on root tear of the medial meniscus posterior horn (RTMMP).

Methods: Among 31 consecutive patients who underwent HTO without a meniscectomy or pullout repair for RTMMP, 20 patients were available for second-look arthroscopic evaluation. All patients had medial unicompartmental arthritis.