Injury
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Complex soft tissue defects in the upper extremities are challenging to reconstruct. The purpose of this study was to share our experience with using four variants of double skin paddle Anterolateral Thigh Perforator (ALT) flap to achieve the customized reconstruction of the complex defects. ⋯ Variants of double skin paddle ALT flaps provide versatile design and allow customized reconstruction of complex soft tissue defects in the upper extremities with limited donor site morbidity. We believe that the algorithm provided will help the surgeons with deciding among variants of double skin paddle ALT flap.
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Regaining independent ambulatory ability is one of the primary goals of treatment in patients with trochanteric fractures. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the discriminative accuracy of a clinical prediction model for ambulatory ability outcomes 3 months after surgery for trochanteric fractures. ⋯ We developed a CPM with moderate accuracy to predict ambulatory ability outcomes in patients 3 months after surgery for trochanteric fractures. Our results demonstrate the importance of the BI score measured soon after surgery and dementia status for the prediction of postoperative ambulation.
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To provide a direct comparison between two important aspects related to talar neck fractures management - surgical approaches and fixation strategies. ⋯ I (systematic review and meta-analysis).
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Non-compressible hemorrhage in the junctional areas and torso could be life-threatening and its prehospital control remains extremely challenging. The aim of this review was to compare commonly used techniques for the control of non-compressible hemorrhage in prehospital settings, and thereby provide evidence for further improvements in emergency care of traumatic injuries. Three techniques were reviewed including external aortic compression (EAC), abdominal aortic junctional tourniquet (AAJT), and resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA). ⋯ In comparison, AAJT or REBOA is recommended for better control of the aorta blood flow in prehospital settings. Although these three techniques each have advantages, their use in trauma is not widespread. Future studies are warranted to provide more data about their safety and efficacy.