Foot & ankle international
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Comparative Study
Functional Outcome and Quality of Life After Nonoperative Treatment of Posterior Process Fractures of the Talus.
Fractures of the posterior process of the talus are frequently overlooked, possibly leading to nonunion, arthritis, and chronic pain. Given the rare occurrence, previous case series have been small and without functional outcome scores. Therefore, we aimed to provide evidence on outcomes after nonoperative and operative management of posterior process fractures of the talus. ⋯ Level IV, retrospective case series.
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In 2016, our provider group adopted an initial prescription opioid maximum guideline to reduce overprescription of opioids. The purpose of this study was to prospectively assess opioid consumption patterns following implementation of this guideline in patients undergoing outpatient foot and ankle surgery. ⋯ Level II, prospective observational cohort study.
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Injuries to the Lisfranc complex range from purely ligamentous disruptions to fracture-dislocations of the tarsometatarsal joint. Treatment options include closed/open reduction with percutaneous pinning, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), and primary arthrodesis. We present a ligament reinforcement technique utilizing a flexible fixation device for the treatment of ligamentous Lisfranc injuries. Level of Evidence: Level V, expert opinion.
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Comparative Study
Fulfillment of Expectations After Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery.
To date, no study has assessed fulfillment of patients' expectations after foot and ankle surgery. This study aimed to validate a method of assessing expectation fulfillment in foot/ankle patients postoperatively. ⋯ Level II, prospective comparative series.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparison of Single-Agent Versus 3-Additive Regional Anesthesia for Foot and Ankle Surgery.
This study compared the results of regional blocks containing a single anesthetic, bupivacaine, with those containing bupivacaine and 3 additives (buprenorphine, clonidine, and dexamethasone) in patients undergoing foot and ankle surgery. ⋯ Level II, prospective comparative study.