Orthopedics
Conference Coverage
Rivaroxaban VTE Prophylaxis Works in Real-World Practice
Major Finding: The in-hospital incidence of symptomatic VTE was 2.4% with rivaroxaban, 3.9% with low molecular weight heparin, and 5.5% with...
Case Reports
Hip Hemiarthroplasty Periprosthetic Loosening Caused by Papillary Ovarian Carcinoma Metastasis in a 78-Year-Old Woman: A Rare Presentation and a Literature Review
Hip arthroplasty failure secondary to septic or aseptic loosening is common, but periprosthetic loosening caused by metastasis of a distant...
Commentary
Annual AAOS Meeting—Rock Stars, Fellowship, and MOC
Abstract not available.
Original Research
Effectiveness of Ultraporous β-Tricalcium Phosphate (Vitoss) as Bone Graft Substitute for Cavitary Defects in Benign and Low-Grade Malignant Bone Tumors
We retrospectively evaluated healing with ultraporous β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP [Vitoss; Orthovida, Malvern, Pennsylvania]) bone graft in...
Case Reports
Use of an Absorbable Plate in the Management of a Clavicle Fracture in an Adolescent
Management of clavicle fractures continues to evolve. Indications for operative management seem to be expanding, particularly in athletic youth....
Managing Your Practice
IT Security—What All Orthopedic Surgeons Must Know
Abstract not available. Introduction provided instead. Orthopedic surgeons rely on technology on a daily basis, from using a practice management...
Article
New Products/Product News: Advanced Therapy for Quadriceps Strengthening; Flexor Tendon Repair System;; Extended Length Tip; Waterproof Cast and Bandage Protectors
Abstract Not Available.
Original Research
Evaluation of Pediatric Lower Extremity Fractures Managed With External Fixation: Outcomes in a Deployed Environment
External fixation of pediatric lower extremity fractures is usually reserved for severe, open fractures in polytraumatized patients, but it is...
Article
Infrapatellar Branch of Saphenous Neurectomy for Painful Neuroma: A Case Report
We present the case of an 18-year-old woman who was healthy other than a history of multiple arthroscopic right knee surgeries culminating in...
Tips
Use of Mineral Oil Aids Scoliosis Correction by Decreasing Implant Friction
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is commonly corrected through posterior spinal fusion and instrumentation using pedicle screws.
Case Reports
When Is a Medial Epicondyle Fracture a Medial Condyle Fracture?
Abstract not available.