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Modified Evans Peroneus Brevis Lateral Ankle Stabilization for Balancing Varus Ankle Contracture during Total Ankle Replacement – Corrected Proof

May 16, 2013

Abstract: Lateral ankle instability is frequently encountered when performing total ankle replacement and remains a challenge.

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An Unusual Variety of Simultaneous Fracture Dislocation Pattern: Medial Swivel Dislocation of Talonavicular Joint with Displaced Fractures of the…

May 13, 2013

Abstract: In published studies, a very rare, special type of Chopart dislocation termed a swivel dislocation has been reported. This injury is characterized by dislocation of the talonavicular joint, but the calcaneocuboid joint remains intact. The foot creates a typical rotational movement without inversion or eversion

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Early Weightbearing Using Achilles Suture Bridge Technique for Insertional Achilles Tendinosis: A Review of 43 Patients – Corrected Proof

May 13, 2013

Abstract: Posterior heel pain caused by insertional Achilles tendinosis can necessitate surgical intervention when recalcitrant to conservative care. Surgical treatment can necessitate near complete detachment of the Achilles tendon to fully eradicate the offending pathologic features and, consequently, result in long periods of non-weightbearing. A suture bridge technique using bone anchors is available for reattachment of the Achilles tendon.

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Lateral Meniscal Cyst Causing Irreversible Peroneal Nerve Palsy – Corrected Proof

May 13, 2013

Abstract: We report an unusual case of irreversible foot drop occurring secondary to a large lateral meniscal cyst.

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Single-Event Multilevel Acute Total Correction of Complex Equinocavovarus Deformity in Skeletally Mature Patients with Spastic Cerebral Palsy…

May 13, 2013

Abstract: Complex multiplanar ankle/foot deformity as equinocavovarus is a common problem in patients with spastic cerebral palsy hemiparesis. The data from 30 consecutive patients (30 feet), treated between March 2009 and March 2010, with equinocavovarus and toe clawing secondary to spastic cerebral palsy hemiparesis, aged 16 to 18 years, were analyzed clinically and radiographically. All the patients had received conservative physiotherapy treatment and ankle/foot orthoses before undergoing combined soft tissue and bony surgical procedures performed in a single session to correct the complex toe clawing, cavus, varus, and equinus deformities.

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Dysplasia Epiphysealis Hemimelica of Talus Mimicking Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome in a Young Male: A Case Report with Review of the Literature…

May 13, 2013

Abstract: Dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica is a rare skeletal developmental disorder representing an osteocartilaginous tumor arising from 1 or more epiphyses during childhood. We report a case of a young male who presented with complaints of pain and swelling in the posteromedial aspect of the left ankle with the clinical diagnosis of posterior impingement syndrome.

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Comparison of Arthrodesis, Resurfacing Hemiarthroplasty, and Total Joint Replacement in the Treatment of Advanced Hallux Rigidus – Corrected Proof

May 9, 2013

Abstract: The purpose of the present study was to compare the functional results of arthrodesis, resurfacing hemiarthroplasty, and total joint replacement in hallux rigidus. The data from patients treated from 2006 to 2010 for advanced stage hallux rigidus were retrospectively reviewed.

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Rerupture Rate after Early Weightbearing in Operative Versus Conservative Treatment of Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Meta-Analysis – Corrected Proof

May 9, 2013

Abstract: Whether Achilles tendon rupture benefits from surgery or conservative treatment remains controversial. Moreover, the outcome can be influenced by the rehabilitation protocol. The goal of the present meta-analysis was to compare the rerupture rate after surgical repair of the Achilles tendon followed by weightbearing within 4 weeks versus conservative treatment with weightbearing within 4 weeks.

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Long-Term Outcomes of 1,730 Calcaneal Fractures: Systematic Review of the Literature – Corrected Proof

May 9, 2013

Abstract: The objective of the present study was to review the current data on the long-term outcomes of calcaneal fractures, with special emphasis on the role of the type of treatment, surgical approach, and reduction and internal fixation.

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Short-term Clinical and Radiologic Results of the Scarf Osteotomy: What Factors Contribute to Recurrence? – Corrected Proof

May 9, 2013

Abstract: The present retrospective investigation aimed to determine the factors associated with recurrence of hallux valgus deformity after scarf osteotomy in 50 feet in 43 consecutive patients. We hypothesized that hallux abductovalgus after scarf osteotomy recurs because of the presence of preoperative joint incongruity. The clinical and radiographic findings, including the weightbearing radiographic hallux valgus angle, first intermetatarsal angle, distal metatarsal articular angle, first metatarsophalangeal joint congruence, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society scores, and pain measured on a visual analog scale, and logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the association of the independent variables with the recurrence of deformity.

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