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Primary stability and stiffness in ankle arthrodes—Crossed screws versus anterior plating

May 21, 2013

Publication date: Available online 21 May 2013 Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery Author(s): Michael M. Betz , Emanuel E.

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Body Mass Index and Achilles Tendonitis: A 10-Year Retrospective Analysis

May 17, 2013

Introduction . High body mass index (BMI) has been implicated as an etiologic agent in Achilles tendonitis (AT) and may contribute to poorer treatment outcomes. The purpose of this study was to better elucidate the role of BMI in both the development and treatment of AT

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Microfracture surprises tarnish the experience

May 14, 2013

U.S. orthopedic surgeons perform more than 25,000 microfractures annually, making the procedure the most common marrow-­stimulating technique used for repair of the cartilage defects that often affect active individuals.1 Although microfracture is a single-stage, low-cost intervention that requires only surgical time and common surgical tools, it requires a lengthy rehabilitation and comes with other challenges, such as limited durability and less than optimal return-to-sport rates. And, for many patients, the procedure also comes as a complete surprise.

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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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Secondary Prevention of Diabetic Foot Infections in a Caribbean Nation: A Call for Improved Patient Education

May 10, 2013

Most countries have instituted measures to limit the complications of diabetes.

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Tissue and Swab Culture in Diabetic Foot Infections: Neuropathic Versus Neuroischemic Ulcers

May 10, 2013

We evaluated the diagnostic performance of swabs versus tissue cultures in 28 diabetic patients with neuropathic (group A) and 22 diabetic patients with neuroischemic foot ulcer (group B) and the differences in bacterial isolates between the 2 groups. In group A, sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), and negative predictive value (NPV) of swab cultures for the diagnosis of infection were 100%, 40%, 88.5%, and 100%, respectively.

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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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