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Assessment of Pain Severity and Grip Strength as the Most Accurate Predictors of the Outcome of Treatment of Distal Radial Fractures. 评估疼痛严重程度和握力是桡骨远端骨折治疗结果的最准确预测指标
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-04-30 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.6544
Andrzej Żyluk
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Effect of Whole-body Vibration on Changing Foot Position and Postural Stability in Young Adults - Comparative Study. 全身振动对青壮年脚部位置变化和姿势稳定性的影响 - 对比研究
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-04-30 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.6546
Oskar Formella, Paulina Preuss, Zuzanna Klugmann, Dariusz Czaprowski, Zbigniew Ossowski, Paulina Ewertowska
{"title":"Effect of Whole-body Vibration on Changing Foot Position and Postural Stability in Young Adults - Comparative Study.","authors":"Oskar Formella, Paulina Preuss, Zuzanna Klugmann, Dariusz Czaprowski, Zbigniew Ossowski, Paulina Ewertowska","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.6546","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.6546","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Whole-body vibration is commonly used in physiotherapy. The vibration platform generates mechanical stimuli that primarily influence the neuromuscular system. Vibration can improve proprioception and balance. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of whole-body vibration on foot position and postural stability.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A group of 31 participants took part in 6 vibration sessions at 15Hz and 30Hz over 2 weeks. Foot position parameters (angle and distance) and postural stability indicators before and after vibration were assessed on the Biodex Balance System. Vibration was performed on the Galileo Med35 platform (3x3 min). A control group consisted of 26 people who were only assessed on the Biodex platform.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There was no change in the angle of both feet (p&gt;0.05) after vibration at the frequency of 15 Hz. The angle of the right foot increased (p=0.013) after vibration at 30 Hz. Vibration increased the distance between the feet for both 15Hz (p=0.000) and 30Hz (p=0.000) sessions. There was no correlation between the change in feet spacing and the change in the overall stability index, anteroposterior stability index and mediolateral stability index (p&gt;0.05). In the control group, no changes (p&gt;0.05) in the angle and foot spacing were noted between consecutive measurements.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>1. Whole body vibration can increase the width of quadrilateral of support in static conditions but has a minimal effect on changing the angle of the feet. 2. The width of the quadrilateral of support after whole-body vibration does not appear to affect postural stability under static conditions. 3. It is recommended that postural stability is assessed before and after whole body vibration while the initial position of the feet is maintained.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 2","pages":"21-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142392161","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Usefulness of a Cementless Highly-Porous Acetabular Cup in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty. 接受全髋关节置换术的类风湿性关节炎患者使用无骨水泥高孔髋臼杯的实用性
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-04-30 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.6545
Daniel Godoy-Monzon, Ana DeVicente, Jose Manuel Pascual Espinosa, Lorenzo Banci
{"title":"Usefulness of a Cementless Highly-Porous Acetabular Cup in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty.","authors":"Daniel Godoy-Monzon, Ana DeVicente, Jose Manuel Pascual Espinosa, Lorenzo Banci","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.6545","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.6545","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Total hip arthroplasty in patients with rheumatoid arthritis is difficult and leads to worse implant survival and higher risk for complications compared to osteoarthritis. Poor periacetabular bone quality might challenge the stability of the acetabular cup. Contemporary 3D-printed highly-porous titanium cup designs have become the benchmark for cementless implants; however, their usefulness in rheumatoid arthritis is still unclear. The purpose of this study was to assess the short-term results of the use of a highly-porous 3D-printed acetabular titanium cup in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>We studied a consecutive series of RA patients who underwent cementless THA between 2019 and 2020 in our center with the same 3D-printed highly-porous titanium acetabular cup. All patients were evaluated prospectively for a minimum 3-year follow-up with the Harris hip score, VAS and Roles and Maudsley score. Radiographic assessment focused on evidence of cup osseointegration.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>37 RA patients, mean age at surgery of 51.3 years, were included. Mean follow-up was 3.2 years (3 to 4 years). By the last follow-up visit, the Harris hip score had increased significantly from 37.8 to 88.5, VAS had decreased from 6.1 to 1.0 and excellent satisfaction for 31 patients. All 5 Moore's radiographic signs were present in 35 hips, with only 4 signs present in the remaining 2 hips, thus indicating complete osseointegration of all cups. There were no complications on the acetabular side but one intraoperative proximal calcar fracture.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>3D-printed highly porous implants used in primary THA worked well in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, showing excellent osseointegration and good clinical results in the short term.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 2","pages":"11-20"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142392174","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Locked Posterior Shoulder Dislocation with Accompanying Fracture: A Debilitating Rare Injury for Athletes? 锁定性肩关节后脱位伴骨折:运动员会致残的罕见损伤?
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-04-30 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.6554
Eftychios Papagrigorakis, Georgios Tsalimas, Evangelos Sakellariou, Iordanis Varsamos, Michail Vavourakis, Panagiotis Karampinas, Dimitrios Zachariou, Evangelia Argyropoulou, Athanasios Galanis
{"title":"Locked Posterior Shoulder Dislocation with Accompanying Fracture: A Debilitating Rare Injury for Athletes?","authors":"Eftychios Papagrigorakis, Georgios Tsalimas, Evangelos Sakellariou, Iordanis Varsamos, Michail Vavourakis, Panagiotis Karampinas, Dimitrios Zachariou, Evangelia Argyropoulou, Athanasios Galanis","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.6554","DOIUrl":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.6554","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Shoulder dislocation is undoubtedly one of the most common injuries in traumatology. Posterior dislocation of the shoulder is regarded as comparatively rare compared to anterior dislocation, whilst it is strikingly extraordinary for this type of injury to be accompanied by a concomitant fracture. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment can be considerably demanding, while being vitally important in this exceedingly rare condition. These injuries are broadly considered to be under-reported in the existing literature, especially among high-demand athletes. We present a rare case of a high-demand athlete sustaining a traumatic locked posterior shoulder dislocation with an accompanying fracture treated in our Institution. A detailed clinical examination and plain radiography revealed the peculiar condition, and a CT scan was subsequently performed for more thorough evaluation of the injury. The patient underwent surgery on the day following admission for repair of the extensive shoulder damage, and a deltopectoral approach was utilized. Reduction of the metaphyseal fracture and the dislocation was accomplished with gentle manipulations, and stabilization was obtained with an anatomic plate. A modified McLaughlin procedure was carried out to address the reverse Hill-Sachs lesion. The postoperative period was uneventful, followed by a painstaking physical rehabilitation program, and the patient returned successfully to his sporting activities 6 months postoperatively. By presenting this thought-provoking case, we stress the challenging nature of these immensely infrequent injuries while also highlighting the requirement for more sensitive factor-specific studies regarding their optimal treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 2","pages":"37-44"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142392162","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Arthroscopy-assisted Minimally Invasive Tarsometatarsal and Lisfranc Arthrodesis. A Case Series. 关节镜辅助下的微创跖跗关节和腓骨关节置换术。病例系列。
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-04-30 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.6547
Chayanin Angthong, Prasit Rajbhandari, Andrea Veljkovic
{"title":"Arthroscopy-assisted Minimally Invasive Tarsometatarsal and Lisfranc Arthrodesis. A Case Series.","authors":"Chayanin Angthong, Prasit Rajbhandari, Andrea Veljkovic","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.6547","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.6547","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>First tarsometatarsal arthrodesis is an effective procedure for the correction of hallux valgus deformities. Traditionally, first to third tarsometatarsal and Lisfranc arthrodesis is performed via an open approach. Little is known about the role of combined arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>We present a case series of complicated hallux valgus deformities and other conditions managed using arthroscopically assisted minimally invasive arthrodesis. We first performed a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allowed easy and unhindered access for the introduction of an arthroscopic instrument over the joint surface.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean Visual Analogue Score - Foot and Ankle and Short Form-36 scores indicated satisfactory and acceptable postoperative outcomes, respectively. The mean patient satisfaction score was 94.44 and the mean follow-up duration was approximately 17.7 months.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The described procedure has been preliminarily shown to be useful in terms of its minimal invasiveness, reproducibility, safety, and effectiveness.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 2","pages":"31-36"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142392159","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Is Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing a Viable Treatment Option for Diaphyseal Fractures of the Humerus in Adults? A 29-case Series Prospective Study. 弹性稳定髓内钉是治疗成人肱骨骺端骨折的可行方法吗?29例系列前瞻性研究。
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-02-29 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4648
Mohammad Abdalla, Mohamed Elsagheir, Ahmed Ashry, Mamdouh Elbannan, Abdelaleem Ragab, Adel Mohamad
{"title":"Is Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing a Viable Treatment Option for Diaphyseal Fractures of the Humerus in Adults? A 29-case Series Prospective Study.","authors":"Mohammad Abdalla, Mohamed Elsagheir, Ahmed Ashry, Mamdouh Elbannan, Abdelaleem Ragab, Adel Mohamad","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4648","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.4648","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Humerus shaft fractures are common in orthopaedic practice. The emphasis in treatment has shifted from prolonged immobilisation to early mobilisation and internal fixation when needed for a quicker return to normal function. Internal fixation methods include plate osteosynthesis and intramedullary nailing. This study specifically evaluated the effectiveness of flexible intramedullary nails in treating diaphyseal humeral fractures.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Between April 2007 and January 2010, Alexandria University Hospital treated 29 patients (21 males, 8 females) with diaphyseal humeral fractures. Treatment involved closed reduction and percutaneous fixation using two flexible nails. Patients, aged 17 to 65 with a mean age of 32, were included if they did not have pathological fractures, were above 16 years old, and were medically suitable. Causes included pedestrian vehicle accidents (17 cases) and falls or sports-related activities (12 cases). Surgical intervention occurred 1 to 8 days after the injury.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Between April 2007 and January 2010, Alexandria University Hospital treated 29 patients (21 males, 8 females) for diaphyseal humeral fractures using closed reduction and percutaneous fixation with two flexible nails. Patients, aged 17 to 65, were monitored for an average of 18 months. Radiographic assessments showed complete union in nineteen fractures within 13 to 21 weeks. One patient experienced non-union but was successfully treated with bone grafting and plating. There were no significant intraoperative complications. Notably, four patients with preoperative radial nerve injuries recovered within 6 to 8 weeks. Evaluation using the Stewart and Hundley Scoring technique showed excellent outcomes for 60% of patients, good outcomes for 30%, fair outcomes for 5%, and poor outcomes for 5%.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>1.The Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing (ESIN) technique shows promise in the treatment of humeral shaft fractures. 2. However, the success of treatment may depend on various factors, including patient age, fracture characteristics, and the presence of complications such as open fractures and radial nerve palsy. 3. Careful consideration of these factors is necessary when selecting a treatment approach for humeral shaft fractures.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 1","pages":"357-362"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140867841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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SVF Therapy of Delayed Fracture Union in Patients with Multiple Combat Injury. Case Report. SVF 治疗多重战斗损伤患者的延迟骨折愈合。病例报告。
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-02-29 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4651
Serhii Maslennikov, Maxym Kozhemyaka, Maxym Golovakha
{"title":"SVF Therapy of Delayed Fracture Union in Patients with Multiple Combat Injury. Case Report.","authors":"Serhii Maslennikov, Maxym Kozhemyaka, Maxym Golovakha","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4651","DOIUrl":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4651","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Delayed union of fractures is one of the most frequent complications in orthopedic practice, especially in polytrauma patients. With the development of new methods of regenerative medicine, including the use of adipose derived stromal cells as a component of the stromal-vascular fraction (SVF), new possibilities for conservative treatment of this problem have emerged. This article presents a clinical case of conservative treatment of delayed union of a radial bone fracture using local SVF injections. In the fracture space, SVF with PRP creates a pool of cells that could differentiate towards surrounding tissue, releases various inducers of tissue growth and, via an indirect chemotactic effect on receptors, mobilizes the body's own resources and creates conditions for angiogenesis and trophism in the injured segment. In the patient with delayed consolidation after SFV-therapy, progress in clinical and radiological dynamics was noted with complete healing within 7 months. The positive clinical result provides a basis for further study and implementation in practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 1","pages":"375-380"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140864714","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Metaizeau Technique for Treatment of Paediatric Isolated Radial Neck Fracture - Clinical and Radiological Outcomes - Case Control Study. 治疗儿科孤立性桡骨颈骨折的 Metaizeau 技术 - 临床和放射学结果 - 病例对照研究。
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-02-29 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4644
Maciej Małolepszy, Piotr Buchcic, Andrzej Grzegorzewski
{"title":"Metaizeau Technique for Treatment of Paediatric Isolated Radial Neck Fracture - Clinical and Radiological Outcomes - Case Control Study.","authors":"Maciej Małolepszy, Piotr Buchcic, Andrzej Grzegorzewski","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4644","DOIUrl":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4644","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Radial neck fractures account for 5-17% of elbow fractures and about 1% of all fractures in children. The subject of the presented research is assesment of clinical and radiological outcomes of the Metaizeau technique for treatment of isolated radial neck fractures in children.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Retrospective analysis of clinical and radiological data of patients treated with the Metaizeau technique in our Department between 2015 and 2020. Twenty children with isolated radial neck fracture met the inclusion criteria.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Excellent outcomes of operative treatment were achieved in 95% of children. None of the complications described in the literature (e.g. avascular necrosis of radial head (AVN), malunion, nonunion) were observed in our case series.</p><p><strong>Conlcusions: </strong>1. The Metaizeau technique for reduction and stabilisation of the radial neck fracture using a TEN is a safe and effective method in the paediatric population and produces good clinical and radiological results. 2.Furthermore, the minimal demands it places on surgical equipment make it possible for this technique to be recommended to orthopaedic surgeons managing paediatric trauma patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 1","pages":"347-355"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140859903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Skin Numbness after Total Knee Arthroplasty: Complication or Side-Effect? 全膝关节置换术后皮肤麻木:并发症还是副作用?
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-02-29 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4649
Marlon M Mencia, Allan Beharry, Raakesh Goalan
{"title":"Skin Numbness after Total Knee Arthroplasty: Complication or Side-Effect?","authors":"Marlon M Mencia, Allan Beharry, Raakesh Goalan","doi":"10.5604/01.3001.0054.4649","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.4649","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Peri-incisional numbness occurs frequently after Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), yet its impact on clinical outcomes remains controversial. With some studies reporting 100% incidence and patients often perceiving it as a minor inconvenience, its categorisation as a complication is controversial. This study investigates the prevalence and temporal changes of numbness post-TKA to refine the informed consent process and improve patient satisfaction.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A convenience sample of patients who underwent primary cemented TKA was studied. Demographic data, scar length, tourniquet time, and WOMAC scores were collected. Patients were grouped based on time from surgery, and areas of numbness for light touch and pinprick sensations measured.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study included 49 patients with a mean age of 68.9 years. While all patients reported numbness, the area decreased for both pinprick and light touch sensations over time. No significant correlation was found between WOMAC scores and the area of numbness.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Numbness post-TKA is common, and the affected area contracts over time, implying a natural healing process. The study's findings challenge the perception of numbness as a complication and emphasise the importance of informed consent in managing patient expectations.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>1. Postoperative numbness around the incision site following TKA is a common occurrence with minimal clinical impact on patients. 2. It is important to inform patients that this numbness will improve, although some residual numbness may remain.</p>","PeriodicalId":19622,"journal":{"name":"Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja","volume":"26 1","pages":"363-368"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140852279","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Comparative Outcomes of Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing vs. Plate Fixation in Pediatric Femoral Shaft Fractures. A Prospective Study. 弹性稳定髓内钉与钢板固定治疗小儿股骨柄骨折的疗效比较。前瞻性研究。
Ortopedia, traumatologia, rehabilitacja Pub Date : 2024-02-29 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0054.4650
Omar Al-Doori, Mohammad Abdalla, Sail Zaid Alkhaion
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