Orthopedics
Case Reports
Massive Bleeding During Open Biopsy of a Pelvic Plasmacytoma
Abstract not available. Introduction provided instead. Massive bleeding can occur during open biopsy of a vascular bone tumor.
Case Reports
Bilateral Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knees in Monozygotic Twins: The Genetic Factor and Review of the Etiology
Abstract not available. Introduction provided instead.
Commentary
Making Ethical Decisions in Current Orthopedic Practice
Tips
Computer-Assisted Spinal Navigation Using a Percutaneous Dynamic Reference Frame for Posterior Fusions of the Lumbar Spine
We report a 6-year retrospective review of screw placement utilizing a percutaneous dynamic reference frame attached to the posterior superior...
Clinical Review
Thromboprophylaxis in Orthopedic Surgery: How Long Is Long Enough?
Pharmacologic thromboprophylaxis with low-molecular-weight heparins, vitamin K antagonists, or fondaparinux is well tolerated and effective in...
Original Research
Risk of Progression in De Novo Low-Magnitude Degenerative Lumbar Curves: Natural History and Literature Review
Natural history studies have focused on risk for progression in lumbar curves of more than 30°, while smaller curves have little data for guiding...
Clinical Review
Treatment of Displaced Type II Odontoid Fractures in Elderly Patients
Odontoid fractures are the most common cervical spine fractures for patients older than 70 years and are the most common of all spinal fractures...
Managing Your Practice
Word of Mouth in the Digital Age: Online Physician Ratings
Article
New Products/Product News
Meniscal Tear Repair Cayenne Medical, Inc., has announced the commercial launch of its CrossFix™ System for the repair of meniscal tears. The...
Clinical Review
Analgesia for Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: A Review of Lumbar Plexus, Femoral, and Sciatic Nerve Blocks
Use of peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs) during lower extremity surgery has evolved.
Original Research
Blood Cultures for Evaluation of Fever After Total Joint Arthroplasty
Fever after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is common. Fearing the potential complications of bacteremia, physicians often obtain blood cultures to...