Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2015
Arthroscopy-assisted reconstruction of coracoclavicular ligament by Endobutton fixation for treatment of acromioclavicular joint dislocation.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of arthroscopy-assisted reconstruction of the coracoclavicular (CC) ligament using Endobutton for treating acromioclavicular (AC) joint dislocation. ⋯ Arthroscopy-assisted reconstruction of the coracoclavicular ligament by Endobutton fixation is a safe, easy method for treating AC joint dislocation. It provides reliable fixation, causes little trauma, and has a fast recovery.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2015
Clinical outcomes of trochanteric syndrome endoscopically treated.
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) is clinically defined as greater trochanter pain with mechanical characteristics. Most cases of GTPS are resolved with conservative treatment. Surgical techniques are reserved for those who had unsatisfactory results with conservative treatment. ⋯ IV. Case series.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Jan 2015
Effect of single- and double-row rotator cuff repair at the tendon-to-bone interface: preliminary results using an in vivo sheep model.
The clinical superiority of the double-row technique is still a subject of controversial debate in rotator cuff repair. We hypothesised that the expression of different collagen types will differ between double-row and single-row rotator cuff repair indicating a faster healing response by the double-row technique. ⋯ The study demonstrates differences regarding the expression of type I and type III collagen in the tendon-to-bone junction following double-row rotator cuff repair compared to single-row repair. The healing response in this acute repair model is faster in the double-row group during the investigated healing period.
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Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · Dec 2014
Reconstruction of a chronic patellar tendon rupture with semitendinosus autograft.
Successful outcome following patellar tendon rupture requires robust restoration of the extensor mechanism continuity. Rupture of the patellar tendon occurs most commonly in patients younger than 40 years and is the result of an indirect large force generated by contraction of the quadriceps, which is estimated to be at least 17.5 times of body weight. ⋯ We suggest that the hamstring tendon autograft is a safe, effective, and acceptable choice for patellar tendon reconstruction, and that it affords good ligament reconstruction.