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Full-Text Articles in Orthopedics
The Ins And Outs Of Wide-Awake Hand Surgery, Molly Milano
The Ins And Outs Of Wide-Awake Hand Surgery, Molly Milano
Bone Bulletin
Introduction
As the name might imply, “wide awake local anesthesia no tourniquet” (WALANT) is a surgical method to perform hand surgery using only a local anesthetic without the use of a tourniquet or any sedation and general anesthetics. The WALANT technique takes advantage of the vasoconstrictive effects of epinephrine combined with the local anesthetic effects of lidocaine to create a surgical field that does not require a tourniquet or general anesthesia.1 The main contributor is epinephrine, which decreases bleeding in the surgical field while also lengthening lidocaine’s absorption and effect.2 When first introduced to the surgical world, the …
A Systematic Review Of The Social Determinants Of Health In Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes, Allison Boland, John Pum, Michael Gaudiani, Matthew A. Gasparro
A Systematic Review Of The Social Determinants Of Health In Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes, Allison Boland, John Pum, Michael Gaudiani, Matthew A. Gasparro
Medical Student Research Symposium
This systematic review investigates the impact of social determinants of health (SDOH) on outcomes in shoulder arthroplasty (SA). SA, a common orthopedic procedure, has seen an increasing focus on SDOH influencing postoperative results. The study aims to comprehensively assess this impact on both surgical and patient-reported outcomes.
Through a systematic search of databases, 34 studies (2011-2021) met the inclusion criteria, involving 4,825,547 patients. Explored SDOH included insurance status, race/ethnicity, age, sex, income, social support, and veteran status. Outcomes considered were length of stay, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scores, total SA rates, revision rates, complication rates, and discharge status.
Findings …
Bridging Bone Health: Osteoporosis Disparities In The Rio Grande Valley, Ryan P. Bialaszewski, John M. Gaddis, Blake Martin, Philippe J. Dentino, John Ronnau
Bridging Bone Health: Osteoporosis Disparities In The Rio Grande Valley, Ryan P. Bialaszewski, John M. Gaddis, Blake Martin, Philippe J. Dentino, John Ronnau
School of Medicine Publications and Presentations
Introduction: Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone mass and decreased bone quality, leading to increased bone fragility and risk of fractures. The number of fractures due to osteoporosis is projected to increase to over three million by the year 2025 and cost $25.3 billion annually. It ranks highly among diseases that cause patients to become bedridden with serious complications and reduced quality of life. Additionally, osteoporosis disproportionately affects Hispanics, which comprise most of the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) population. Therefore, our primary objective was to determine the prevalence of osteoporosis within the RGV. Additionally, we had secondary objectives to determine …
Is There Room For Individual Patient-Specified Preferences In The Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Revolution?, Leif I. Solberg, Jeanette Y. Ziegenfuss, Rachael L. Rivard, Christine K. Norton, Robin R. Whitebird, Glyn Elwyn, Mark Swiontkowski
Is There Room For Individual Patient-Specified Preferences In The Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Revolution?, Leif I. Solberg, Jeanette Y. Ziegenfuss, Rachael L. Rivard, Christine K. Norton, Robin R. Whitebird, Glyn Elwyn, Mark Swiontkowski
Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews
Purpose: The study aim was to test the feasibility of collecting qualitative patient-preferred outcomes or goals and the degree of their attainment as an addition to a standardized process for collecting quantitative composite patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) from patients undergoing knee joint replacement..
Methods: Patients of a large Midwestern medical group scheduled to have total replacement of their knee joint have been asked to complete a PROMs survey preoperatively and at 3 and 12 months after surgery since 2014. In March 2020, an open-ended question about their most important preferred outcome was added to the existing questionnaire. The responses for …
Orthopass: Long-Term Outcomes Following Implementation Of An Orthopaedic Patient Handoff Template., Harry Lightsey, Caleb Yeung, Laura Rossi, Antonia Chen, Mitchel Harris, Derek Stenquist
Orthopass: Long-Term Outcomes Following Implementation Of An Orthopaedic Patient Handoff Template., Harry Lightsey, Caleb Yeung, Laura Rossi, Antonia Chen, Mitchel Harris, Derek Stenquist
Rothman Institute Faculty Papers
Standardized handoff tools improve communication and patient care; however, their widespread use in surgical fields is lacking. OrthoPass, an orthopaedic adaptation of I-PASS, was developed in 2019 to address handoff concerns and demonstrated sustained improvements across multiple handoff domains over an 18-month period. We sought to characterize the longitudinal effect and sustainability of OrthoPass within a single large residency program 3.5 years after its implementation. This mixed methods study involved electronic handoff review for quality domains in addition to survey distribution and evaluation. We conducted comparative analyses of handoff adherence and survey questions as well as a thematic analysis of …
Femoral Neck Fracture Management In The Young Patient: A Case Review, Luis Berrios, Kevin J. Orellana, Michael Lago, Frank Gerold
Femoral Neck Fracture Management In The Young Patient: A Case Review, Luis Berrios, Kevin J. Orellana, Michael Lago, Frank Gerold
Research Colloquium
Introduction:The optimal management of femoral neck fractures in the young patient remains controversial. Although there are universally accepted principles, there remains some variability in the optimal timing of surgery and method of fixation. In general, surgery should be performed on an urgent or emergent basis when feasible to decrease peri-operative complications, length of stay, and most importantly the ultimate likelihood of avascular necrosis. However, it is important to note that the preference toward a specific method of fixation remains heterogeneous among orthopedic surgeons.(1)
The purpose of this study is to present our preferred technique for treatment of displaced femoral …
Assessing Morbidity In Patients With Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Gtps), Sonia Wadekar, Joel Wells
Assessing Morbidity In Patients With Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Gtps), Sonia Wadekar, Joel Wells
Research Colloquium
Introduction: Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) continues to be a challenge among orthopedics to rid discomfort for their patients, especially since there are few studies on characterization of GTPS morbidity.
Objective: The purpose of this study is to characterize the morbidity of GTPS in order to aid orthopedics in providing an early diagnosis and better treatment/care options for their patients.
Methods: A total of 156 patients were included from January of 2016 to July of 2020. Refer to Figure 1 for a visual of inclusion criteria. All patient information was taken from first appointment notes, operative notes, chart reviews, and …
Rotator Cuff Injury In The Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review Of Patient Characteristics, Treatment, And Outcomes, Kevin J. Orellana, Kathleen L. Harwood, John G. Horneff 3rd, Joseph J. King, Brendan A. Williams
Rotator Cuff Injury In The Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review Of Patient Characteristics, Treatment, And Outcomes, Kevin J. Orellana, Kathleen L. Harwood, John G. Horneff 3rd, Joseph J. King, Brendan A. Williams
Research Colloquium
Background: Rotator cuff injuries (RCIs), traditionally thought to be an adult-type pathology, have been reported in the pediatric population, but there remains limited evidence regarding this injury pattern in pediatric patients. The purpose of this study was to systematically review the literature to characterize the epidemiology, injury patterns, treatment modalities, and outcomes for pediatric patients with RCIs.
Methods: A systematic review was performed in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines reviewing Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane, and CINAHL databases. Studies reporting imaging confirmed RCIs and treatment outcomes in patientsdemographics, mechanism, injury type and injury location were …
Bad To The Bone. Not All Bone Tumors Are Cancer: Case Of Long Bone Osteomyelitis, Tat W. Yau, Bennet D. Franz, Hanadi A. Osman, Jessica C. Rivera, Ashaur Azhar
Bad To The Bone. Not All Bone Tumors Are Cancer: Case Of Long Bone Osteomyelitis, Tat W. Yau, Bennet D. Franz, Hanadi A. Osman, Jessica C. Rivera, Ashaur Azhar
School of Medicine Faculty Publications
Long bone osteomyelitis could mimic bony tumor in clinical presentation and imaging studies. We present a case of a 47-year man who presented with leg pain, weight loss and night sweats that initially was thought to be related to osteosarcoma, later suffered a pathologic fracture from Staphylococcus aureus osteomyelitis. This case highlights the importance of source control of infection and careful clinical evaluation including radiographic and pathologic findings that can help physicians to differentiate between competing diagnoses.
Pelvic Fractures - An Overview, Shashank Cheemalapati
Pelvic Fractures - An Overview, Shashank Cheemalapati
Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine
Pelvic fractures are injuries commonly caused by high-energy trauma, such as motor vehicle accidents and falls from a height. Understanding the anatomy, mechanisms of injury, classification, diagnosis and the management of these fractures is crucial to improve patient outcomes. This short article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge regarding pelvic fractures.
Analysis Of Orthopaedic In-Training Examination Trauma Questions: 2017 To 2021, Lilah Fones, Daryl C. Osbahr, Daniel E. Davis, Andrew M. Star, Atif K. Ahmed, Arjun Saxena
Analysis Of Orthopaedic In-Training Examination Trauma Questions: 2017 To 2021, Lilah Fones, Daryl C. Osbahr, Daniel E. Davis, Andrew M. Star, Atif K. Ahmed, Arjun Saxena
Rothman Institute Faculty Papers
INTRODUCTION: The Orthopaedic In-Training Examination (OITE) is a multiple-choice examination developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annually since 1963 to assess orthopaedic residents' knowledge. This study's purpose is to analyze the 2017 to 2021 OITE trauma questions to aid orthopaedic residents preparing for the examination.
METHODS: The 2017 to 2021 OITEs on American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' ResStudy were retrospectively reviewed to identify trauma questions. Question topic, references, and images were analyzed. Two independent reviewers classified each question by taxonomy.
RESULTS: Trauma represented 16.6% (204/1,229) of OITE questions. Forty-nine percent of trauma questions included images (100/204), 87.0% (87/100) …
Analyses Of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Interviews, Alexander J Adams, Matthew Sherman, James J. Purtill
Analyses Of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Interviews, Alexander J Adams, Matthew Sherman, James J. Purtill
Rothman Institute Faculty Papers
Interviews are a critical component of orthopaedic surgery residency selection for both the applicant and the program. Some institutions no longer report Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) designation or class rank, and US Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 recently switched to pass/fail scoring. During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, all Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education programs conducted virtual interviews and subinternship rotations were restricted. These changes offer significant challenges to the residency match process. The purpose of this study was to examine the residency applicant interview and ranking process at a large urban academic university setting. We hypothesized …
Comparative Study Between Short And Long Proximal Femoral Nailing In Management Of Intertrochanteric Fracture In Elderly Patients, Ibrahim Ahmed Mostafa, Lotfy Mohamed Aly Shwitter, Mohamed Gomaa Ahmed Ali Abd Elaty
Comparative Study Between Short And Long Proximal Femoral Nailing In Management Of Intertrochanteric Fracture In Elderly Patients, Ibrahim Ahmed Mostafa, Lotfy Mohamed Aly Shwitter, Mohamed Gomaa Ahmed Ali Abd Elaty
Al-Azhar International Medical Journal
Background: Elderly people frequently suffer from intertrochanteric fractures; to address the challenges associated with treating unstable fractures, trochanteric-entry intramedullary nails have been developed. Both of short and long PFN apparatuses are being used to cure the trochanteric hip fractures. Compared to long devices, short PFN have recently been shown to cause less blood loss and speed up operations. Other research, however, has revealed that a lengthy PFN may be linked to fewer ipsilateral femur fractures in the future. Objective: To compare the surgical time, estimated blood loss, hospital stay and intra-operative complications and the effectiveness of short and long proximal …
Membership And Feedback On The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons And Other Subspecialty Societies: A Survey Study Of Orthopaedic Surgeons., Arjun Saxena, Gregory R Toci, Parker L Brush, Alexis Reinhardt, Pedro K Beredjiklian, Alan S. Hilibrand, Alex R. Vaccaro, Daniel Fletcher
Membership And Feedback On The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons And Other Subspecialty Societies: A Survey Study Of Orthopaedic Surgeons., Arjun Saxena, Gregory R Toci, Parker L Brush, Alexis Reinhardt, Pedro K Beredjiklian, Alan S. Hilibrand, Alex R. Vaccaro, Daniel Fletcher
Rothman Institute Faculty Papers
Introduction: Orthopaedic surgeons face decreased reimbursement, lower income, and increased rates of burnout. As subspecializing through fellowship training in orthopaedics becomes more and more prevalent, the value of membership to a general orthopaedic society (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons [AAOS]) warrants investigation.
Methods: One hundred thirty orthopaedic surgeons were surveyed by e-mail through a 14-item anonymous survey administered through SurveyMonkey. The survey inquired about surgeon experience, practice type, fellowship training, and details regarding AAOS and subspecialty society membership.
Results: The response rate was 67%, with 94% of respondents indicating that they were members of AAOS and a subspecialty society. The …
Optimizing The Performance And Treatment Of The Female Athlete, Sommer Hammoud, Robin V. West
Optimizing The Performance And Treatment Of The Female Athlete, Sommer Hammoud, Robin V. West
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Faculty Papers
No abstract provided.
Blood Transfusions Increase The Risk For Venous Thromboembolism Events Following Total Joint Arthroplasty, Noam Shohat, Leanne Ludwick, Graham S Goh, Matthew Sherman, Joseph Paladino, Javad Parvizi
Blood Transfusions Increase The Risk For Venous Thromboembolism Events Following Total Joint Arthroplasty, Noam Shohat, Leanne Ludwick, Graham S Goh, Matthew Sherman, Joseph Paladino, Javad Parvizi
Rothman Institute Faculty Papers
The association between blood transfusions and thromboembolic events (VTE) following total joint arthroplasty (TJA) remains debatable. Using contemporary institutional data, this study aimed to determine whether blood transfusions increase the risk of VTE following primary and revision TJA. This was a single institution, retrospective cohort study. The clinical records of all patients (n = 34,824) undergoing primary and revision TJA between 2009 and 2020 were reviewed. Demographic variables, co-morbidities, type of chemoprophylaxis and intraoperative factors such as use of tranexamic acid were collected. Clinical notes, hospital orders, and discharge summaries were reviewed to determine if a patient received a blood …
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2021, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2021, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Western Journal of Orthopaedics
No abstract provided.
When Do Patients Achieve Promis Milestones Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction?, Kareem Elhage, Nikhil R. Yedull, Nabil Mehta, David N. Bernstein, Eric C. Makhni
When Do Patients Achieve Promis Milestones Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction?, Kareem Elhage, Nikhil R. Yedull, Nabil Mehta, David N. Bernstein, Eric C. Makhni
Medical Student Research Symposium
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) computer adaptive test (CAT) assessments have become increasingly utilized within sports medicine due to their efficient administration and favorable correlation with traditional patient reported outcome measures (PROMs). One key advantage of CAT forms is the ability to draw from hundreds of item bank questions while utilizing very few questions in order to produce an accurate quantitative health measurement for the patient.
The Computer Adaptive Tests (CAT) algorithm assigns questions based on previous answers by the patient. The purpose of this study is to utilize this feature of the PROMIS …
A Biomechanical Investigation Into The Effect Of Experimental Design On Wrist Biomechanics And Contact Mechanics, Clare E. Padmore
A Biomechanical Investigation Into The Effect Of Experimental Design On Wrist Biomechanics And Contact Mechanics, Clare E. Padmore
Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository
The wrist is one of the most commonly injured joints, and injury can have serious sequelae if pathological healing ensues. Strides have been made to understand normal and pathological wrist biomechanics using experimental approaches, which has contributed to improved patient care. The present work advances our understanding of the influence of experimental techniques and joint motion measurement techniques on in-vitro wrist biomechanical cadaveric studies, and applies the knowledge learned to a common clinical entity of scapholunate insufficiency.
First, the relative contributions of the carpal rows to wrist motion were assessed, in addition to the identification of limitations of current biomechanical …
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2020, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2020, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Western Journal of Orthopaedics
No abstract provided.
What Outcomes Matter To Patients After Joint Or Spine Surgery?, Robin R. Whitebird, Leif I. Solberg, Christine K. Norton, Jeanette Y. Ziegenfuss, Stephen E. Asche, Elizabeth S. Grossman
What Outcomes Matter To Patients After Joint Or Spine Surgery?, Robin R. Whitebird, Leif I. Solberg, Christine K. Norton, Jeanette Y. Ziegenfuss, Stephen E. Asche, Elizabeth S. Grossman
Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews
Purpose: Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are increasingly used in clinical care, but there have been few studies of what patients identify as the most important outcomes.
Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 65 patients undergoing hip or knee replacement, spinal discectomy/laminotomy, or a spinal fusion. Interviews focused on outcomes patients identified as important, perceived usefulness of standardized PROMs measures, and contextual situations important to their care. Data were analyzed using a directed content analysis approach.
Results: Patients identified desired outcomes that were unique and important to them. Their preferred outcomes focused in the areas of freedom from pain, getting back …
Postoperative Delirium After Major Orthopedic Surgery., Michael K. Urban, Mayu Sasaki, Abigail M. Schmucker, Steven K. Magid
Postoperative Delirium After Major Orthopedic Surgery., Michael K. Urban, Mayu Sasaki, Abigail M. Schmucker, Steven K. Magid
Student Papers, Posters & Projects
BACKGROUND: Postoperative delirium (POD) is one of the most common complications in older adult patients undergoing elective surgery. Few studies have compared, within the same institution, the type of surgery, risk factors and type of anesthesia and analgesia associated with the development of POD.
AIM: To investigate the following three questions: (1) What is the incidence of POD after non-ambulatory orthopedic surgery at a high-volume orthopedic specialty hospital? (2) Does surgical procedure influence incidence of POD after non-ambulatory orthopedic surgery? And (3) For POD after non-ambulatory orthopedic surgery, what are modifiable risk factors?
METHODS: A retrospective cohort study was conducted …
5-Aminolevulinic Acid Tumor Paint And Photodynamic Therapy For Myxofibrosarcoma: An In Vitro Study, S. Kenan, H. Liang, H. J. Goodman, A. J. Jacobs, A. Chan, D. A. Grande, A. S. Levin
5-Aminolevulinic Acid Tumor Paint And Photodynamic Therapy For Myxofibrosarcoma: An In Vitro Study, S. Kenan, H. Liang, H. J. Goodman, A. J. Jacobs, A. Chan, D. A. Grande, A. S. Levin
Journal Articles
No abstract provided.
Impact Of Best Practice Guideline Statement On Anesthesia Practice In Rural Mississippi Hospitals With Obese Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty, Steven Hodnett
Doctoral Projects
The aim of this best practice guideline (BPG) was to be a resource for anesthesia providers practicing with obese patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and to measure the knowledge of these providers. After dissemination of an executive summary to anesthesia providers in two hospitals in rural Mississippi, an anonymous online survey was provided via Qualtrics software for voluntary participation. The survey consisted of 10 questions. The data collection period was five weeks. Respondents are noted at N=2, and the data was reviewed and categorized into one of three domains (i.e., knowledge, practice, and safety). In the domain of knowledge, …
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2019, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
The University Of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal 2019, Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
No abstract provided.
"It's A Precious Gift, Not To Waste": Is Routine Cross Matching Necessary In Orthopedics Surgery?: Retrospective Study Of 699 Patients In 9 Different Procedures, Obada Hasan, Eraj Khurshid Khan, Moiz Ali, Sadaf Sheikh, Anum Fatima, Haroon Ur Rashid
"It's A Precious Gift, Not To Waste": Is Routine Cross Matching Necessary In Orthopedics Surgery?: Retrospective Study Of 699 Patients In 9 Different Procedures, Obada Hasan, Eraj Khurshid Khan, Moiz Ali, Sadaf Sheikh, Anum Fatima, Haroon Ur Rashid
Section of Orthopaedic Surgery
Background: Orthopedic surgeries are usually associated with excessive blood loss which leads surgeons to overestimate need for blood transfusions and over ordering of blood. The cross matched blood, when not used, leads to the wastage of blood bank resources in terms of time, money and manpower. The objective of this study was to investigate the compliance to previously proposed MSBOS and to provide updated recommendations for all orthopedic procedures.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted between 1st June 2015 and 31st May 2016. Patients admitted to the orthopedic surgery service for whom blood products were requested were included. Cross Match/Transfusion …
Volume Vii (2018), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Volume Vii (2018), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Volume Vi (2017), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Volume Vi (2017), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Systemic Sclerosis: Clinical Manifestations, Anesthetic And Orthopedic Considerations In A Patient, Obada Hasan, Muneeba Jessar, Muhammad Ashar, Shahryar Noordin, Tashfeen Ahmad
Systemic Sclerosis: Clinical Manifestations, Anesthetic And Orthopedic Considerations In A Patient, Obada Hasan, Muneeba Jessar, Muhammad Ashar, Shahryar Noordin, Tashfeen Ahmad
Section of Orthopaedic Surgery
Introduction: Systemic sclerosis is a rare and progressive multisystem autoimmune disorder that is characterized pathologically by vascular abnormalities, connective tissue sclerosis and atrophy of skin and various internal organs (e.g., alimentary tract, lungs, heart, kidney, CNS), and autoantibodies. With an unknown etiology, Scleroderma is a complex polygenetic disease. A recent Genome Wide Association Study (GWAS) confirmed a strong association with the Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and autoimmunity. We provide a case scenario along with a review of the systems involved and challenges physicians can face in dealing with this rare disease.
Case Presentation: Our patient, a known case of systemic …
Volume V (2016), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
Volume V (2016), Unm Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal
No abstract provided.