Distal Fixation of Meniscal Root Repair by Transtibial Pullout Technique via Transtibial Tubercle Fixation Without Hardware.

The meniscal roots are critical in maintaining the normal shock-absorbing function of the meniscus. If a meniscal root tear is left untreated, meniscal extrusion can occur, rendering the meniscus nonfunctional, resulting in degenerative arthritis. Preservation of meniscal tissue with restoration of meniscal continuity is becoming the standard for meniscal root pathology.

Revision tibiotalar arthrodesis with posterior iliac autograft after failed arthroplasty: A matched comparative study with primary ankle arthrodeses.

Introduction: Tibiotalar arthrodeses performed after failed ankle arthroplasties are known to be complex procedures with often disappointing functional outcomes. This study reports the results of a revision technique using a posterior iliac crest autograft.

Hypotheses: We hypothesized that: (1) revision tibiotalar arthrodeses (RTTAs) had functional outcomes which were similar to those of a reference cohort of primary tibiotalar arthrodeses (TTAs) and that (2) the union rate was satisfactory.

Effectiveness of radiographs and computed tomography in evaluating primary elbow osteoarthritis.

Background: Preoperative radiographic assessment of osteophyte and loose body locations is critical in planning an arthroscopic débridement for primary elbow osteoarthritis. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of radiographs and computed tomography (CT) in localizing osteophytes and loose bodies.

Methods: A consecutive series of 36 patients with primary elbow osteoarthritis was investigated with radiographs and multiaxial 2-dimensional CT prior to elbow arthroscopy.

Anterolateral ligament reconstruction improves the clinical and functional outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in athletes.

Purpose: To compare the outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with those of combined ACL and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction in ACL-deficient knees. The objective of this study was to improve knowledge regarding the treatment of ACL-deficient knees with combined ACL and ALL reconstruction. Combined ACL and ALL reconstruction has been hypothesized to result in better clinical and functional outcomes than isolated ACL reconstruction (ACLR).

Closed arthrodesis in infected neuropathic ankles using Ilizarov ring fixation.

Aims: Infected and deformed neuropathic feet and ankles are serious challenges for surgical management. In this study we present our experience in performing ankle arthrodesis in a closed manner, without surgical preparation of the joint surfaces by cartilaginous debridement, but instead using an Ilizarov ring fixator (IRF) for deformity correction and facilitating fusion, in arthritic neuropathic ankles with associated osteomyelitis.

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed all the patients who underwent closed ankle arthrodesis (CAA) in Ilizarov Scientific Centre from 2013 to 2018 (Group A) and compared them with a similar group of patients (Group B) who underwent open ankle arthrodesis (OAA).

Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in Traumatic Patellar Dislocation without Patellar Fixation.

Acute traumatic patellar dislocation is a common injury, and spontaneous reduction may occur at the time of injury or may be reduced at the field of the accident by someone. It may be associated with osteochondral fractures and rupture of medial patellar stabilizers leading to recurrent patellar instability. The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the outcomes of medial patellofemoral (PF) ligament (MPFL) reconstruction in recurrent traumatic patellar dislocation.

Are clinical outcomes affected by type of plate used for management of mid-shaft clavicle fractures?

Background: Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) using plate osteosynthesis for midshaft clavicle fractures is often complicated by the prominence of the implant due to the subcutaneous position of the clavicle. Reoperation rates for symptomatic clavicle plate removal have been reported to be as high as 53%. We sought to determine to which degree do clinical outcomes (all cause reoperation rate and rate of fracture union) differ between types of clavicle plates.

Locking Screw Migration to the Palm Four Years Following Surgical Implantation of Distal Radius Locking Plate.

Hardware-related complications are rare in patients with distal radius fractures who were surgically fixed with volar-locking plates. In this report, we present a case of locking screw loosening and migration to the palm four years following the treatment of type 23-C1 distal radius fracture with a volar locking-plate. This complication occurred without evidence of trauma, infection, non-union or plate breakage.

Anatomic Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Knee With or Without Reconstruction of the Anterolateral Ligament: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Background: Rotational instability of the knee remains an issue after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Hypothesis/Purpose: The purpose was to evaluate the subjective and objective outcomes of combined reconstruction of the ACL and anterolateral ligament (ALL) of the knee. The hypothesis was that favorable outcomes can be achieved with this surgical procedure compared with isolated anatomic reconstruction of the ACL.

A New Classification Scheme for Closed Avulsion Injuries of the Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon.

Background: Closed avulsion injury of the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) tendon is a relatively common condition of the hand. Its present classification system seems to be deficient in including all possible patterns of injury, leading to improper selection of the best treatment method for the injury. We aim to provide a new classification scheme for this injury.

The Role of Letters of Recommendation in the Selection Process of Surgical Residents in Canada: A National Survey of Program Directors.

Objective: Letters of recommendation (LOR) provide valuable information that help in selecting new residents. In this study, we aim to investigate the perceptions of surgical residency program directors (PDs) in Canada on the elements that can affect the strength and value of LOR.

Design: Cross-sectional; survey.

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy for the treatment of coccydynia: a series of 23 cases.

Background: Coccydynia can lead to significant functional disability and worsening of quality of life if not properly managed. In this study, we aim to assess the outcomes of extracorporeal shock wave therapy in patients with coccydynia.

Methods: A prospective case series study was carried out from January to December 2015.

The feasibility of transpedicular screw fixation of the subaxial cervical spine in the Arab population: a computed tomography-based morphometric study.

Background: Transpedicular screw fixation of the cervical spine provides excellent biomechanical stability. The feasibility of inserting a 3.5-mm screw in the pedicle requires a minimum pedicle diameter of 4.

The Feasibility of Two Screws Anterior Fixation for Type II Odontoid Fracture Among Arabs.

Study Design: Retrospective, cross-sectional study.

Objective: To evaluate the feasibility of two screws anterior fixation of the odontoid process among Arab adults.

Summary Of Background Data: Anterior screw fixation is the treatment of choice for type II odontoid fractures.

Hip arthroscopy for the management of osteoid osteoma of the acetabulum: a systematic review of the literature and case report.

Background: Intra-articular osteoid osteoma (OO) causes irreversible joint damage. Its treatment of choice is radiofrequency ablation (RFA); however, some areas of the acetabulum are hard to access. Therefore, hip arthroscopy was used to treat this tumor.

Hybrid External Fixation for Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO) 43-C Tibial Plafond Fractures.

Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO) type 43-C tibial plafond/pilon fractures represent a challenge for the treating orthopedic surgeon. We assessed the outcomes of using hybrid external fixation for this fracture type. The present prospective cohort study was started in August 2009 and ended by July 2012.

Avulsion Injuries of the Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon: An Unclassified Pattern of Injury.

Closed avulsion of the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) tendon is classified based on the impact of injury on the management plan. In this report, we present a case with unclassified pattern of FDP tendon avulsion. The injury involves an intra-articular fracture of the volar part of distal phalanx of the little finger resulting into two bony fragments, one attached to the retracted avulsed tendon and another separated and incarcerated at A4 pulley, and an intact dorsal cortex of the phalanx.

The educational environment of the undergraduate medical curriculum at Kuwait University.

Background: Educational environment of an institution affects the quality of learning. We aim to assess the educational environment of the undergraduate curriculum of Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University (FOMKU).

Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out during April 2014.

Intratunnel versus extratunnel autologous hamstring double-bundle graft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a comparison of 2 femoral fixation procedures.

Background: Anatomic double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction provides excellent results for restoring normal kinematics to the knee. Nevertheless, strong evidence supporting an ideal method for fixation of the ACL graft is lacking.

Hypothesis: Intratunnel femoral fixation of the ACL graft via a cross-pin fixation technique would provide better clinical and objective results than the extratunnel femoral fixation with cortical buttons.

Computed tomography-based morphologic and morphometric features of the coccyx among Arab adults.

Study Design: Cross-sectional, retrospective.

Objective: To identify morphological and morphometric features of the coccyx among adult Arabs.

Summary Of Background Data: Different sacrococcygeal morphologic features were found to be associated with coccydynia.

Surgical management of traumatic knee dislocation with posterolateral corner injury.

Purpose: To evaluate the results of our method of surgical treatment of traumatic knee dislocation with injury to the posterolateral corner by use of a standardized protocol.

Methods: Twenty-five consecutive patients presented with a grossly dislocated or reduced knee. Five of these patients were not included in this series.

Anatomical reconstruction of the lateral ligaments using Gracillis tendon in chronic ankle instability; a new technique.

Background: Many surgical technique have been described to assess the outcome of anatomical reconstruction of the lateral ligaments using Gracillis tendon. This technique aims to restore the stability of the ankle by reconstruction of the talofibular ligament (ATFL) and the calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) using the Gracillis tendon.

Methods: From January 2004 to February 2008; inclusive, 16 patients; 11 male and 5 female, underwent an anatomic reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligament for chronic ankle instability.

Indirect reduction and hybrid external fixation in management of comminuted tibial plateau fractures.

The aim of the present study is to assess the results of indirect reduction and hybrid external fixation in management of comminuted tibial plateau fractures. The study included 28 patients with high-energy tibial plateau fractures (Schatzker type V and VI). The ages ranged from 22 to 58 years with an average of 35 years.

Results of the percutaneous pinning of proximal humerus fractures with a modified palm tree technique.

Purpose: Many techniques are available for closed reduction and percutaneous fixation of proximal humeral fractures. The palm tree technique was described by Kapandji in 1989. In that technique three curved wires are inserted through one hole at the V-shaped insertion of the deltoid muscle.