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Orthopedics
Haicheng Wang, Weijie Yang, Kai Ding, Yanbin Zhu, Yifan Zhang, Chuan Ren, Kuo Zhao, Qi Zhang, Wei Chen, Yingze Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrated that the TSIN exhibited better stability and stress conduction compared to PFNA. TSIN enhanced stability in intertrochanteric fractures, particularly in superior fracture fragments, improved stress conduction, reduced stress in the anterior and medial femur, and restored the biomechanical properties of the femur.
INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Wing Kong Chiu, Benjamin Steven Vien, Matthias Russ, Mark Fitzgerald
Summary: This research investigates the potential use of dynamic response to assess the healing of fractured femurs, treated with intramedullary nails. Compared to conventional methods, dynamic technique is advantageous due to its non-radiative and non-invasive nature. The findings suggest that vibrational dynamic technique could be a viable option for healing assessment and complement existing clinical diagnostic tools.
STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL
(2021)
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Critical Care Medicine
Tzu-Ping Yu, Yi-Ting Chen, Po-Yen Ko, Chun-Hsien Wu, Tsung-Han Yang, Kuo-Shu Hung, Po-Ting Wu, Chih-Jung Wang, Yi-Ting Yen, Yan-Shen Shan
Summary: There is no consensus on the optimal timing of long bone fracture fixation for patients with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), and surgeons lack evidence to make decisions. A retrospective study found that delayed fixation did not result in fewer complications or improved neurologic outcomes compared with early fixation. Therefore, delaying the surgery may not be necessary and does not have clear benefits.
INJURY-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE CARE OF THE INJURED
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Max Davis, Jenna Wilson, Jack Weick, Mark Hake
Summary: Distal femur fractures are common in the elderly, especially with total knee arthroplasty components present, increasing the risk of fracture. Fixation with a retrograde intramedullary nail is a viable option for treatment of these injuries.
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC TRAUMA
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
K. M. L. Gronhaug, E. Dybvik, K. Matre, B. Ostman, J-E. Gjertsen
Summary: This study compared sliding hip screws (SHSs) with intramedullary nails (IMNs) in terms of fracture stability and found that IMN had a lower reoperation rate for unstable fractures and a lower one-year mortality rate for both stable and unstable fractures.
BONE & JOINT JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Tim Friedrich Raven, Wilhelm Friedl, Arash Moghaddam
Summary: This retrospective study aimed to investigate the stability and functionality after the acute treatment of a femoral neck fracture in osteoporotic bone using an intramedullary force carrier even with higher grade fracture types. The results showed that most patients had good postoperative outcomes without complications, but some patients died or experienced complications, suggesting that surgical decisions should be made carefully.
INDIAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
D. Y. Borzunov, S. N. Kolchin
Summary: In this study, a retrospective analysis of patients with femoral nonunion was conducted, showing that the hybrid technique provides bone union with compensation of limb shortening and reduces treatment time compared to the Ilizarov method alone, although deep infection may occur.
ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY
(2022)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
N. Bonfiglio, A. Smimmo, A. Carosini, A. Perna, P. Ruberto, F. Minutillo, V De Santis, G. Malerba
Summary: This study analyzed the experience in treating subtrochanteric fractures, focusing on functional and radiographic outcomes of intramedullary locked nail fixation with or without cerclage assist. The study found that wire-assisted intramedullary nail fixation had better reduction quality and improved outcomes in Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Short Form 12 (SF-12) at 6 and 12 months of follow-up. The complication rate was also lower in the wire-assisted group.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Syed Imran Ghouri, Fuad Mustafa, Ahad Kanbar, Hisham Al Jogol, Adam Shunni, Ammar Almadani, Nuri Abdurraheim, Atirek Pratap Goel, Husham Abdelrahman, Elhadi Babikir, Ahmed F. Ramzee, Khalid Ahmed, Mutaz Alhardallo, Mohammad Asim, Hassan Al-Thani, Ayman El-Menyar
Summary: This study evaluated the timing of nailing management and analyzed the pattern of fracture union and outcome in patients with femur shaft fractures. The results showed that patients who underwent delayed nailing treatment had more severe injuries, more complications, and longer hospitalization. The proportion of nonunion was higher in patients with early nailing treatment, while delayed union was higher in patients who underwent nailing after 24 hours.
Article
Orthopedics
Liang Ren, Zhiqiang Yang, Yongqing Wang, Sapkota Basanta, Bosong Du, Zhuo Gao, Baoxi Hao, Renhui Chen
Summary: Comparing the effectiveness of threaded elastic intramedullary nail and elastic locking intramedullary nail (ELIN) for mid-shaft clavicular fractures, the study found that ELIN can prevent shortening and malunion of the clavicle, reduce secondary damage to related tissues, and lead to restoration of clavicle length and faster osseous healing.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Weiyong Wu, Zhihui Zhao, Yongqing Wang, Bin Yao, Pishun Shi, Meiyue Liu, Bing Peng
Summary: This study compared the clinical outcomes of FSIIN and PFNA in the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures (OTA 31A1 + A2). The results showed that FSIIN group had shorter operation time, fluoroscopy time, intra-operative blood loss, and length of incision compared to the PFNA group. The fracture healing time was also shorter in the FSIIN group. There were no significant differences in functional states between the two groups. The incidence of complications was lower in the FSIIN group, and finite element analysis showed a smaller stress shielding effect in FSIIN.
INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Ruijian Yan, Yifan Wu, Yiying Qi, Hang Li, Shurong Dong, Gang Feng
Summary: Fixator-assisted closed reduction and intramedullary nailing at one stage is an effective treatment for delayed femoral fracture with satisfactory functional recovery.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Seungcheol Kwon, Minjae Lee, Heeyeon Lee, Jihyo Hwang
Summary: This study compares the GS hip nail with the Affixus hip fracture nail for the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures. The results show that the GS group had a shorter operation time and comparable radiologic and clinical outcomes to the Affixus group at 6 months post-operation. Despite a slightly higher implant cost, the GS group had a lower total hospital cost.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Xiaolong Liu, Jin Li, Kuan Luan
Summary: By using centerline adaptive registration, a suitable intramedullary nail with an optimal entry point can be determined for specific patients. This method allows for the position of the intramedullary nail to be determined within the medullary cavity while avoiding deformation and minimizing damage to the intramedullary tissue. This proposed method provides valuable preparation aid for internal fixation with intramedullary nails.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Dermatology
Changli Lv, Cuifeng Jiang, Weifeng Lv, Shanshan Zhang, Chengxue Li
Summary: This meta-analysis compared intramedullary nail fixation (INF) with plate fixation (PF) for the treatment of distal tibial fractures. The results showed that INF reduced the risk of operative site infection and total wound complications compared to PF, and also shortened the operation time.
INTERNATIONAL WOUND JOURNAL
(2023)
