The purpose of this study is to identify and evaluate the top 50 most cited papers regarding open fractures. The ISI Web of Knowledge database was used to conduct a search query during May 2020 for articles pertaining to open fractures. The query used multiple Boolean operative combinations. The Boolean operative combination that yielded the largest search result was: "open fracture" OR "compound fracture" OR "gustilo" or "gustilo anderson" or "tscherne" or "oestern". Articles were sorted from highest to lowest number of total citations. Articles were refined to include peer-reviewed original articles, review papers, or editorials. Articles were then screened by title and abstract to confirm they pertained to open fractures. This review provides an analysis of the most influential published literature and recent trends with regards to the treatment and management of open fractures. This data can assist physicians in their search for impactful literature. (Journal of Surgical Orthopaedic Advances 31(2):076-085, 2022).
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Cureus
December 2024
Department of Ophthalmology, Sir Takhtasinhji General Hospital, Bhavnagar, IND.
Traumatic optic neuropathy (TON) is a rare condition resulting from damage to the optic nerve due to craniofacial trauma. It can present as direct or indirect injuries, with mechanisms ranging from mechanical disruption by fractures in direct TON to transmitted forces causing shearing and ischemia in indirect TON. These injuries often lead to significant visual impairment or complete vision loss, requiring timely diagnosis and intervention.
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December 2024
Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospitals Sussex National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust, Sussex, GBR.
Background: The aim of the study is to identify the potential risk factors for postoperative AKI in hip fracture patients.
Design And Methods: Using our local neck of femur (NOF) registration data, patient details were selected using inclusion and exclusion criteria. Electronic records of patients were assessed retrospectively, including blood results, radiological investigations, clinical documentation, and drug charts.
Cureus
December 2024
Emergency Medicine Department, Aga Khan University, Karachi, PAK.
Background: Road traffic injuries (RTIs) are currently the ninth most common cause of mortality and are expected to increase in the future. RTIs rank in the top three reasons why young people die. Because of the high incidence and mortality risk, proper trauma care has been prioritized for RTI patients who present to the emergency department.
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December 2024
Department of Orthopaedics, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, Bhopal, IND.
Introduction Thoracolumbar fractures, particularly burst fractures, represent a significant health concern due to their prevalence and functional impact. This study evaluates the efficacy of short-segment posterior fixation with intermediate screw instrumentation in treating unstable thoracolumbar fractures. Methods A prospective study was conducted from July 2022 to December 2023, including 26 patients with traumatic thoracolumbar fractures.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Floating knee injuries, involving simultaneous fractures of the femur and tibia in the same limb, present complex challenges in management. These injuries are often associated with high-energy trauma and carry significant morbidity.
Aims And Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the management strategies, challenges, and clinico-radiological outcomes of floating knee injuries in Jharkhand.
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