Orthop Traumatol Sur
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Apr 2011
Endoscopically assisted reconstruction of acute acromioclavicular joint dislocation using a synthetic ligament. Outcomes at 12 months.
The treatment for acute acromioclavicular (AC) joint dislocation remains controversial because of the elevated level of complications and related morbidity. The objective of this study was to evaluate clinical outcomes, radiographic results, and the complications after arthroscopic stabilization of acute stages III or IV (Rockwood classification) acromioclavicular dislocations. ⋯ Level IV. Prospective cohort study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Feb 2011
Comparative StudyLow-intensity pulsed ultrasound for non-union treatment: a 14-case series evaluation.
Non-union is presently managed exclusively by surgery, but alternative treatments are under evaluation. ⋯ Retrospective study, level IV.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Feb 2011
Comparative StudyPosterior approach and dislocation rate: a 213 total hip replacements case-control study comparing the dual mobility cup with a conventional 28-mm metal head/polyethylene prosthesis.
Dislocation is a frequent complication of total hip arthroplasties (THA) especially in older patients, especially when using a posterior approach. In these cases, dual mobility (DM) cups developed by Gilles Bousquet in 1975 can be indicated to reduce this complication risk. ⋯ Level III: retrospective case-control study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Feb 2011
Comparative StudyPercutaneous fixation of tibial plateau fractures under arthroscopy: a medium term perspective.
Arthroscopically assisted percutaneous internal fixation has found its place in the treatment of Schatzker I-III tibial plateau fractures, with good short-term results reported. The objective of this study was to observe the progression of osteoarthritis at the medium term through clinical and radiological assessment. ⋯ Level IV. Retrospective study.
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Orthop Traumatol Sur · Dec 2010
Total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis secondary to extra-articular malunions.
Post-traumatic total knee arthroplasty for extra-articular malunion requires correction of the deformity, either through asymmetrical bone resection (possibly inducing ligaments imbalance) or osteotomy at the time of arthroplasty. We report the results of a continuous multicenter, retrospective series of 78 patients (18 implants with osteotomy) with a mean 4 years of follow-up. The hypothesis is that the selected procedure requires to be based on the deformity's location and severity. ⋯ Level 4. Non-controlled retrospective study.