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A Retrospective Comparative Analysis of Charcot Ankle Stabilization Using an Intramedullary Rod with or without Application of Circular External…

May 14, 2012

Abstract: Brodsky type 3a Charcot destruction of the ankle is devastating to patients. The authors have surgically stabilized this deformity with the use of an intramedullary arthrodesis nail, and explore the usefulness of adjunctive application of a circular external fixator.

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The Effect of Recombinant Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 in Revision Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis: Utilization of the Retrograde Arthrodesis…

May 11, 2012

Abstract: The use of bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) has been recommended for high-risk fusions and nonunion. Patients undergoing revisional tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) arthrodesis via a retrograde arthrodesis nail to evaluate the influence of BMP-2 on rate of fusion in this high-risk population are presented. A retrospective chart and radiographic review were performed on 23 patients with failed prior fusion attempts at the ankle treated with retrograde intramedullary nailing.

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Atraumatic, Symptomatic Ankle Plica Successfully Treated by Arthroscopic Debridement: A Case Report – Corrected Proof

April 27, 2012

Abstract: Synovial plicae, both symptomatic and asymptomatic, are increasingly being diagnosed with the expansion of arthroscopic procedures in synovial joints. Ankle plicae, however, remain an uncommon diagnosis and have previously only been reported as symptomatic in the post-traumatic ankle. Here the authors present a case report of an atraumatic, symptomatic ankle plica successfully treated with arthroscopic debridement.

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Calcaneal Osteotomy in the Treatment of Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity

April 12, 2012

Adult acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD) is a chronic, debilitating condition common beyond middle age.

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Update on Stage IV Acquired Adult Flatfoot Disorder: When the Deltoid Ligament Becomes Dysfunctional

April 12, 2012

The posterior tibial tendon plays a central role in maintaining proper foot alignment. Dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon leads to acquired adult flatfoot deformity (AAFD), a condition that can be both painful and disabling. There are four stages of AAFD, which correlate to increasing deformity.

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Scarf Versus Chevron Osteotomy for the Correction of 1–2 Intermetatarsal Angle in Hallux Valgus: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – Corrected…

April 9, 2012

Abstract: The chevron and scarf osteotomies are commonly used for the surgical management of hallux valgus (HV). However, there is debate as to whether one osteotomy provides more 1–2 intermetatarsal (1–2 IMA) correction than the other

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The Calcaneo-Stop Procedure

April 5, 2012

Flexible flatfoot is one of the most common deformities of the human body. Whereas this condition is sometimes asymptomatic, it can also cause pain, difficulty walking, and physical impairment.

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Calcaneal Fractures: Update on Current Treatments

April 1, 2012

Calcaneal fractures represent 2% of all fractures and account for approximately 60% of all tarsal injuries. Motor vehicle collisions and falls are the major causes of these large force compression injuries, causing widening of the heel, loss of heel height, and articular surface displacement. A correlation has been shown between restoration of normal anatomy and satisfactory functional outcome.

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Subungual Melanoma of the Great Toe in a Hispanic Male with Down Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of the Literature – Corrected Proof

March 29, 2012

Abstract: Solid mass tumors are not as common as leukemia in individuals with Down syndrome. In this report, we describe the rare case of an adult Hispanic male with Down syndrome who developed advanced subungual melanoma in the hallux. We also describe the course of treatment, which involved hallux amputation along with metastatic work-up and sentinel lymph node biopsy with eventual resection.

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A Retrospective Comparison of Four Plate Constructs for First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Fusion: Static Plate, Static Plate with Lag Screw, Locked…

March 29, 2012

Abstract: The primary treatment for progressive first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthritis is arthrodesis.

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