Management of Pediatric Trigger Thumb and Trigger Finger
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Apurva S. Shah America. Abstract
Pediatric trigger thumb and trigger finger represent distinct conditions and should not be treated like adult acquired trigger fin…
Medial Epicondyle Fractures in the Pediatric Population
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Hilton P. Gottschalk Abstract
Humeral medial epicondyle fractures in the pediatric population account for up to 20% of elbow fractures, 60% of which are associated w…
The Hill-Sachs Lesion: Diagnosis, Classification, and Management
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Matthew T. Provencher, Abstract
The Hill-Sachs lesion is an osseous defect of the humeral head that is typically associated with anterior shoulder instability. The …
Radiographic Analysis of Spondylolisthesis and Sagittal Spinopelvic Deformity
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Ying Li
Abstract Traditional radiographic analysis of spondylolisthesis focuses on the regional sagittal deformity at the lumbosacral junction. Pelvic morphology has…
Modularity of the Femoral Component in Total Hip Arthroplasty
J Am Acad Orthop Surg April 2012 Anand Srinivasan Abstract
Modular femoral components have been developed to aid in recreating native femoral version, limb length, and offset in total hip arthroplas…
Management of Supracondylar Humerus Fractures in Children: Current Concepts
J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Joshua M. Abzug
Abstract Supracondylar humerus fractures are the most common elbow fractures in the pediatric population. Type I fractures are managed nonsur…
J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Michael V. Birman
Abstract Factitious disorders of the upper extremity can manifest in many different forms; therefore, it is critical to recognize warning s…
Nicole Deal J Am Acad Orthop Surg February 2012 ; 20 Abstract
Advances in treating peripheral nerve lesions have resulted from research in nerve regeneration and the use biomaterials as well as syn…
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…
