Biomechanical Testing of Fracture Fixation Constructs: Variability, Validity, and Clinical Applicability
Michael J. Gardner J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Abstract
Biomechanical testing of fracture fixation implants is crucial in preclinical evaluation and in comparing new devices with standa…
Adult Scheuermann Kyphosis: Evaluation, Management, and New Developments
J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Kirkham B. Wood Abstract
Scheuermann kyphosis is a structural hyperkyphosis defined radiographically as anterior wedging of ≥5° of at least three conse…
Peter C. Yeh J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Abstract
Postarthroscopic glenohumeral chondrolysis (PAGCL) is a rare complication in which the articular cartilage of the shoulder undergoes ra…
James S. Harrop Abstract
Surgical site infections (SSIs) are the most common nosocomial infections. These complications lead to revision surgery, delayed wound healing, increased use of antibiotics, …
Management of Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder
Trevor R. Gaskill JAAOS December 2011;19 (12) Abstract
Multidirectional shoulder instability is defined as symptomatic instability in two or more directions. Instability occurs when static and dynam…
Megan A. Swanson, JAAOS December 2011;19 (12) Abstract
Altered biomechanics secondary to hip ankylosis often result in degeneration of the lumbar spine, ipsilateral knee, and contralateral hip and …
Iliotibial Band Syndrome: Evaluation and Management
Eric J. Strauss JAAOS December 2011;19 (12) Abstract
Iliotibial band syndrome is a common overuse injury typically seen in runners, cyclists, and military recruits. Affected patients report lateral…
Dupuytren Disease: An Evolving Understanding of an Age-old Disease
Eric M. Black. JAAOS December 2011;19 (12) Abstract
Dupuytren disease, a clinical entity originally described more than 400 years ago, is a progressive disease of genetic origin. Excessive myofibrob…
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Edwin R. Cadet JAAOS January 2012; 20 (1) Abstract Displaced three- and four-part proximal humerus fractures are among the most challenging shoulder conditions to manage. Because of the risk o…
Variations in Sacral Morphology and Implications for Iliosacral Screw Fixation
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Anna N. Miller JAAOS January 2012; 20 (1) Abstract Posterior pelvic percutaneous fixation following either closed or open reduction is a popular procedure. Knowledge of the posterior pelvic an…
Louis W. Catalano JAAOS January 2012; 20 (1) Abstract
The neurovascular anatomy of the carpus and hand is complex. Therefore, precise exposures are required to avoid iatrogenic injury. In general, d…
Brachial Plexus Blocks for Upper Extremity Orthopaedic Surgery
Benjamin G. Bruce JAAOS January 2012; 20 (1) Abstract
Regional anesthesia of the upper extremity has several clinical applications and is reported to have several advantages over general anesthesia …
Michael Sean Day JAAOS January 2012; 20 (1) Abstract
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory arthropathy that affects approximately 6% to 48% of patients with psoriasis. Arthritis is not corr…
November 2011; 19 Kivanc I. Atesok, Abstract
Osteoid osteoma and osteoblastoma are commonly seen benign osteogenic bone neoplasms. Both tumors are typically seen in the second decade of life, wi…
November 2011; 19 William F. Lavelle, Abstract
Pediatric disk herniation is a rare condition that should be considered in the differential diagnosis of the child with back pain or radiating leg …
Surgical Management of Healed Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
November 2011; 19 Paul R. T. Kuzyk, Abstract
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) results in posterior and inferior displacement of the epiphysis on the femoral neck. In most centers, the recom…
November 2011; 19 Patrick J. Denard, Abstract
Rotator cuff repair leads to good and excellent outcomes in most patients. However, structural failure of the repair occurs in a substantial number of …
J Am Acad Orthop Surg November 2011 Alicia K. Harrison, Abstract
Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) represents a spectrum of pathology ranging from subacromial bursitis to rotator cuff tendinop…
