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The open tendon suture is the most commonly used method of treatment for Achilles tendon rupture in Germany. Over the last decade the therapeutic spectrum of operative methods has been further enlarged by the development of new minimally invasive surgical techniques. Important criteria for planning treatment are the location and age of the rupture and comorbidities. ⋯ Documented problems with the Ma-Griffith technique, such as injury of the sural nerve, low stability of the suture and insufficient adaption of the tendon stumps have been minimized by new minimally invasive operation techniques. Achilles tendon ruptures which nearly always arise without any external influence or accidents can have substantial psychological consequences regarding the integrity of one's own body especially for people actively engaged in sport. This aspect should be considered and accepted in particular during postoperative treatment.
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Posterior pelvic ring fractures are often associated with injuries of lumbopelvic soft tissue structures. The aim of this prospective MR study was to examine whether ruptured iliolumbal ligaments could be diagnosed in types B and C pelvic ring fractures. The influence of triangular lumbopelvic stabilization (TLPS) was also investigated with respect to stiffening of the lumbopelvic region. ⋯ Pelvic ring fractures types B and C can be associated with ruptured iliolumbal ligaments. Lumbopelvic instability can be correlated with early implant loosening of TLPS.
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Pain syndromes of the Achilles tendon (AT) include both insertional and non-insertional tendinopathy, two distinct disorders with different underlying pathophysiologies and management options, characterized by pain, impaired performance and swelling in and around the tendon. This article gives an overview of the operative treatment of pain syndromes of the Achilles tendon, including both insertional tendinopathy of the AT and tendinopathy of the main body of the AT. New minimally invasive techniques for the management of this condition, including endoscopy are also reported.
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The introduction of removable inferior vena cava filters (IVCF) has created new options for the prevention of pulmonary embolisms in surgical trauma patients. We have observed increasing use in trauma patients. ⋯ In 2008 the vast majority of IVCFs were inserted for prophylaxis in trauma patients. To increase the number of retrieved IVCFs, responsibility for the removal should be clarified in every hospital. The indications, advantages, safety and also the design of IVCFs are still under debate. A randomized controlled trial is needed to determine the appropriate use and indications for this potentially useful device in trauma patients.
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Percutaneous tracheotomy is a standard procedure in intensive care units. Even though complications associated with this intervention have been described, acute massive bleeding from the innominate artery is rare and necessitates immediate intervention. We report a case with acute bleeding after removal of a percutaneous tracheotomy cannula.