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International Orthopaedics OnlineFirst articles

18.04.2024 | Original Paper

Laparoscopic treatment of fourteen cases of pelvic ring disruption: a case series

Surgical techniques are constantly evolving. Reducing the soft tissue injury or dissection is a major goal of orthopaedic and trauma surgery [ 1 – 3 ]. Several surgical approaches are used to promote osteosynthesis of the pelvic ring [ 4 , 5 ].

verfasst von:
Mathieu Vinet, Dylan Moullac, Guillaume David, Tristan Segalen, Caroline Lucas, Frédéric Dubrana, Hoel Letissier, Rémi Di Francia

Open Access 17.04.2024 | Original Paper

Anterior peri-sacroiliac joint osteotomy in the treatment of malunion and nonunion of complex pelvic ring fracture: techniques and preliminary results

Pelvic fracture is a severe trauma which is frequently associated with chest, abdomen, haemodynamic instability, and fracture malunion and nonunion is presented once the life-threaten injury is stable [ 1 – 3 ]. A high incidence of disability and …

verfasst von:
Shicai Fan, Yilan Liao, Zhipeng Xiao, Yuhui Chen, Tao Li, Qiguang Mai, Sheqiang Chen, Haibo Xiang, Zhiyong Hou, Yingze Zhang

15.04.2024 | Original Paper

Accuracy of two-dimensional digital planning in uncemented primary hip arthroplasty: monocentric analysis of eight hundred implants

The advancements in orthopaedic surgery in cementless total hip arthroplasty (THA) have raised patients’ expectations [ 1 ]. Developments in approach, design, materials, and surgery technique allow early recovery and implant longevity [ 2 – 6 ].

verfasst von:
Biagio Zampogna, Francesco Rosario Parisi, Andrea Zampoli, Anna Prezioso, Ferruccio Vorini, Alice Laudisio, Matteo Papalia, Nicola Papapietro, Francesco Falez, Rocco Papalia

15.04.2024 | Review

Total hip arthroplasty in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) is the most effective intervention to treat end-stage hip arthritis in the elderly population. For young patients and adolescents, data regarding indications, outcomes, and survivorship is limited. Currently …

verfasst von:
Elina Huerfano, Maria Bautista, Manuel Huerfano, Juan M. Nossa

15.04.2024 | Original Paper

Is pelvic support osteotomy (PSO) suitable for ordinary high−riding hip dysplasia?

Pelvic support osteotomy (PSO) involves a double-level osteotomy at the femur to solve hip instability and improve gluteus medius muscle strength [ 1 ]. PSO originated in 1921 when German surgeon Schanz used proximal femoral valgus osteotomy to …

verfasst von:
Yijian Huang, Hongbin Xie, Jiafeng Yi, Minzhi Yang, Xiangpeng Kong, Wei Chai

15.04.2024 | Original Paper

Effectiveness of AI-powered Chatbots in responding to orthopaedic postgraduate exam questions—an observational study

The advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) technology has paved the way for the improvement of Large Language Models (LLMs) and the creation of various Generative AI models refined through supervised and reinforcement learning methods. Chat …

verfasst von:
Raju Vaishya, Karthikeyan P. Iyengar, Mohit Kumar Patralekh, Rajesh Botchu, Kapil Shirodkar, Vijay Kumar Jain, Abhishek Vaish, Marius M. Scarlat

13.04.2024 | Review

Accuracy and clinical characteristics of robot-assisted cervical spine surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Robotic navigation has developed rapidly and been widely used in spine surgery in the past two decades. Robot-assisted thoracolumbar pedicle screw placement, the most common application in spine surgery, has been proved more accurate (OR = 1.68) …

verfasst von:
Jiayuan Wu, Mingxing Fan, Da He, Yi Wei, Fangfang Duan, Xieyuan Jiang, Wei Tian

11.04.2024 | Original Paper

Routine ultrasound screening for hip dysplasia in children with clubfoot is not supported

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) occurs in approximately one in 1000 live births [ 1 , 2 ] and can lead to significant morbidity throughout a child’s lifetime, ranging from clinical hip instability in infants to hip arthritis and need for …

verfasst von:
Dell McLaughlin, Sara De Salvo, Kathryn Brewerton, Caitlyn Hui, Maryse Bouchard

10.04.2024 | Original Paper

Lengthening in congenital posteromedial bowing of tibia: a follow-up series at skeletal maturity

Congenital posteromedial bowing (CPMB) of tibia, also known as congenital kyphoscoliotic tibia, is a rare, usually self-resolving condition that is present at birth. The typical deformity consists of posterior and medial bowing of both the tibia …

verfasst von:
Ashok N. Johari, Rashid Anjum

10.04.2024 | Original Paper

Long-term outcome of nonunion of the lateral humeral condyle fracture in children: a multicentre retrospective study

Nonunion is the most concerning complication of lateral humeral condyle fracture. This condition is associated with long-term complications, such as progressive deformity, range of motion limitation, and neurological complications [ 1 – 3 ].

verfasst von:
Nath Adulkasem, Supphamard Lewsirirat, Varinthorn Adulyanukosol, Yuddhasert Sirirungruangsarn, Phoemlap Phongprapapan, Prangthong Unprasert, Pawaris Sukvanich, Pipattra Sailohit, Somchai Kulkittaya, Chatupon Chotigavanichaya, Thanase Ariyawatkul, Jidapa Wongcharoenwatana, Perajit Eamsobhana

08.04.2024 | Original Paper

Factors associated with the progression of sagittal spinal deformity after total hip arthroplasty: a propensity score-matched cohort study

The functional hip-spine interaction is a clinically significant factor to consider in total hip arthroplasty (THA) [ 1 – 5 ]. Specifically, hip flexion contracture, pelvic anteversion, and a positive sagittal balance, defined as an anterior …

verfasst von:
Junya Matsuyama, Yoshinori Okamoto, Hitoshi Wakama, Kaito Nakamura, Takafumi Saika, Shuhei Otsuki, Masashi Neo

08.04.2024 | Original Paper

Do all short stem types restore biomechanical parameters of the hip? Comparison according to femoral neck osteotomy levels

Total hip replacement is considered to be one of the most successful surgeries of the twenty-first century [ 1 ]. With the increasing experience in this field, the increasing diversity of the patient group [ 2 ], and longer follow-ups, it has been …

verfasst von:
Fatih Barça, Ekin Barış Demir, Mithat İbolar, Halis Atıl Atilla, Mutlu Akdoğan

08.04.2024 | Original Paper

A comparison of three techniques for the osteosynthesis after minimal invasive osteotomies for hallux valgus

Minimally invasive surgery for the treatment of hallux valgus (HV) has become a popular procedure worldwide with very promising results [ 1 ]. The tricortical cannulated screw osteosynthesis method [ 2 , 3 ] for the fixation of third and fourth …

verfasst von:
Abraham Guadalupe Espinosa-Uribe, Fernando A. Fernández-Garza, David Muñoz-Leija, José Félix Vílchez-Cavazos, Alejandro Quiroga-Garza, Víctor M. Peña-Martínez, Rodrigo E. Elizondo-Omaña, Jorge Gutiérrez-de la O

06.04.2024 | Invited Papers

The fate of the malrotated elbow supracondylar fractures in children: is varus really a problem?

Extension supracondylar elbow fractures (SCFs) represent about 3% of all paediatric fractures, and their incidence remains constant [ 1 ]. SCF type 3, according to Gartland classification, is typically treated by closed reduction and percutaneous …

verfasst von:
Ignacio Sanpera, Marta Salom, Ana Fenandez-Ansorena, Guillem Frontera-Juan, Gabriel Pizà-Vallespir

06.04.2024 | Original Paper

The effect of distal locking mode on postoperative mechanical complications in intertrochanteric fractures: a retrospective cohort study of five hundred and seven patients

As the preferred treatment for intertrochanteric fractures [ 1 ], intramedullary fixation has a postoperative mechanical complication rate ranging from 5 to 28% [ 2 – 4 ], including cut out, nonunion, and periprosthetic fractures. The complications …

verfasst von:
Dongwei Wu, Tianyu Wang, Chengsi Li, Xinqun Cheng, Zhenbang Yang, Haichuan Guo, Yanjiang Yang, Yanbin Zhu, Yingze Zhang

06.04.2024 | Original Paper

Spinal dysraphism in congenital scoliosis and kyphosis: a retrospective analysis in an Indian population

Early recognition of occult spinal dysraphism associated with congenital spinal deformities is crucial. Treatment is necessary for motor weakness, myelopathy, sensory hypoaesthesia, and/or bladder disturbances. To prevent complications arising …

verfasst von:
Ashok N. Johari, Amit Nemade, Arjun Dhawale, Farokh Wadia, Maulin Shah

06.04.2024 | Original Paper

Efficacy analysis of clinical serological indicators in the diagnosis of postoperative periprosthetic joint infection in patients with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA) are common artificial joint arthroplasty surgeries in clinical practice, which can largely relieve joint pain, correct deformity, and restore and improve joint motion function [ 1 , 2 …

verfasst von:
Hengxin Zhao, Lianggang Li, Hong-Yu Wang, Lanfeng Ding, Yuanhe Wang, Xiaokai Liu, Shaoqi Tian, Yan Wang

04.04.2024 | Original Paper

Outcomes and complications of surgical treatment modalities for simple bone cysts of the humerus in children and adolescents

Simple bone cysts (SBCs) are the most common benign cystic bone lesions in children [ 1 ]. These bone cysts are fluid-filled osteolytic lesions surrounded by a fibrous membrane [ 2 ]. SBCs usually present radiologically as central, well-marginated …

verfasst von:
Philipp Scheider, Sebastian Farr

03.04.2024 | Letter to the Editor

A commentary on article by Klein A et al.: Dual-mobility tripod cup for revision hip arthroplasty: long-term (five to fourteen years) evaluation of a new generation cementless implant

verfasst von:
Hang Li, Ligang Feng, Jiao Shen

02.04.2024 | Original Paper

A novel intraoperative acetabular reaming center locating method in total hip arthroplasty for Crowe type IV developmental dysplasia of the hip: a retrospective cohort study

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a common cause of secondary hip arthritis [ 1 , 2 ]. Due to anatomical variations, the treatment of DDH through total hip arthroplasty (THA) is still a challenging task, especially for patients with Crowe …

verfasst von:
Chen Zhao, Keyu Kong, Xiaohui Ding, Zhenan Zhu, Huiwu Li, Jingwei Zhang