Hardware removal rates after surgical treatment of proximal femur fractures
Hardware removal rates after surgical treatment of proximal femur fractures Ponkilainen, V.T., Huttunen, T.T., Kannus, P. et al. Hardware removal rates after surgical treatment of proximal femur fractures. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 1047–1054 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03356-z Abstract Background Various internal fixation methods have been used to treat proximal femur fractures and occasionally the fixation material is removed. However, nationwide trends […]
Hardware removal rates after surgical treatment of proximal femur fractures
Spinal surgery complications: an unsolved problem—Is the World Health Organization Safety Surgical Checklist an useful tool to reduce them?
Spinal surgery complications: an unsolved problem—Is the World Health Organization Safety Surgical Checklist an useful tool to reduce them? Barbanti-Brodano, G., Griffoni, C., Halme, J. et al. Spinal surgery complications: an unsolved problem—Is the World Health Organization Safety Surgical Checklist an useful tool to reduce them?. Eur Spine J 29, 927–936 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-019-06203-x Abstract Purpose To investigate whether the World […]
Biomechanical considerations on a CT-based treatment-oriented classification in radius fractures
Biomechanical considerations on a CT-based treatment-oriented classification in radius fractures Hintringer, W., Rosenauer, R., Pezzei, C. et al. Biomechanical considerations on a CT-based treatment-oriented classification in radius fractures. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 595–609 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03405-7 Abstract A wide range of different classifications exist for distal radius fractures (DRF). Most of them are based on plane X-rays and do not […]
Clinical and radiological results of the vascularized medial femoral condyle graft for scaphoid non-union
Clinical and radiological results of the vascularized medial femoral condyle graft for scaphoid non-union Keller, M., Kastenberger, T., Anoar, A.F. et al. Clinical and radiological results of the vascularized medial femoral condyle graft for scaphoid non-union. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 835–842 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03386-7 Abstract Introduction This study evaluated the use of a free vascularized bone graft with and without […]
Acetabular defects in revision hip arthroplasty: a therapy-oriented classification
Acetabular defects in revision hip arthroplasty: a therapy-oriented classification Wirtz, D.C., Jaenisch, M., Osterhaus, T.A. et al. Acetabular defects in revision hip arthroplasty: a therapy-oriented classification. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 815–825 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03379-6 Abstract Introduction The treatment of severe acetabular bone loss remains a difficult challenge. No classification system is available that combines intuitive use, structured design and offers […]
Accuracy of tibial positioning in the frontal plane: a prospective study comparing conventional and innovative techniques in total knee arthroplasty
Accuracy of tibial positioning in the frontal plane: a prospective study comparing conventional and innovative techniques in total knee arthroplasty Zahn, R.K., Graef, F., Conrad, J.L. et al. Accuracy of tibial positioning in the frontal plane: a prospective study comparing conventional and innovative techniques in total knee arthroplasty. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 793–800 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03389-4 Abstract Background Coronal alignment […]
The learning curves of a validated virtual reality hip arthroscopy simulator
The learning curves of a validated virtual reality hip arthroscopy simulator Bartlett, J.D., Lawrence, J.E., Yan, M. et al. The learning curves of a validated virtual reality hip arthroscopy simulator. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 761–767 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03352-3 Abstract Introduction Decreases in trainees’ working hours, coupled with evidence of worse outcomes when hip arthroscopies are performed by inexperienced surgeons, mandate […]
The effect of meniscal repair on strength deficits 6 months after ACL reconstruction
The effect of meniscal repair on strength deficits 6 months after ACL reconstruction Wenning, M., Heitner, A.H., Mauch, M. et al. The effect of meniscal repair on strength deficits 6 months after ACL reconstruction. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 140, 751–760 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-020-03347-0 Abstract Introduction Ruptures of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can be accompanied by meniscal lesions. Generally, the rehabilitation protocols are […]
Completeness and accuracy of data in spine registries: an independent audit-based study
Completeness and accuracy of data in spine registries: an independent audit-based study Meyer, B., Shiban, E., Albers, L.E. et al. Completeness and accuracy of data in spine registries: an independent audit-based study. Eur Spine J 29, 1453–1461 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-020-06342-6 Abstract Purpose Clinical registries are used for quality management and clinical research. Due to the importance and implications of both aims, […]
