Courtesy: Dept of Orthopaedics, Harborview Medical Centre, University of Washington, Seattle, USA
Ankle fractures- Anatomical Considerations
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Pediatric Amputation Principles
Courtesy: Pieter Maré, M.B.Ch.B, FC Orth(SA), PhD, UCSF Orthopaedic Surgery Pediatric Amputations – Key Principles Concept Amputation in children = reconstructive procedure, not failure Goal: Pain-free stump Good prosthetic function Acceptable cosmesis Core Principles Limb & Growth Preservation Preserve maximum limb length Preserve growth plates (physis) Prefer disarticulation over trans-osseous amputation Joint Preservation Always try […]
Syndesmosis and Ankle Fractures
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Scapho-trapezio-trapezoid Osteoarthritis
Management of Scapho-trapezio-trapezoid Osteoarthritis Core Review: The scaphotrapeziotrapezoid (STT) joint is a common location of degenerative osteoarthritis (OA) in the wrist. STT OA may occur in isolation or with concomitant thumb carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) OA or scapholunate advanced collapse (SLAC) and other wrist OA patterns. Nonoperative management strategies include activity modification, bracing, anti-inflammatory medications, occupational […]
Posterior Malleolar Ankle Fracture
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Spine Surgery: Tricks of the Trade- Alexander Vaccaro
Spine Surgery: Tricks of the Trade By Alexander Vaccaro, Todd Albert The third edition of this book comes with addition of 30 new chapters, which have found a place in modern spine surgery practice. Written by an International Panel of acclaimed spine surgeons, this book looks into more than 100 spine surgery procedures. Some of […]
ORIF Ankle fractures: Pearls and Pitfalls
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Ankle Fractures- Overview
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Key Topics Covered Lateral malleolus fractures Medial malleolus fractures Posterior malleolus fractures Syndesmotic injuries Ankle fractures in diabetic patients Initial Clinical Assessment History and Examination Mechanism of injury (inversion / eversion) Painful, swollen ankle Differential Diagnosis Always consider: Ligament injuries Tendon injuries Osteochondral lesions Syndesmotic injuries […]
Oncology Quiz and Case Studies- Part 3
Courtesy: James Wittig,Orthopaedic oncologist Unknown Musculoskeletal Tumor Cases: Diagnostic Approach and Key Lessons Overview This session reviews unknown musculoskeletal tumor cases using a structured diagnostic approach. Each case integrates clinical presentation, radiographic interpretation, histology, and treatment principles. The approach is particularly useful for examination preparation and clinical decision making. General Diagnostic Approach Begin with clinical […]
Compartment Syndrome, Fasciotomy and Wound Management
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
The Superior Gluteal Artery
Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA Superior Gluteal Artery Overview The superior gluteal artery is the largest branch of the internal iliac artery. Clinical Importance Injury can cause massive hemorrhage At risk in: Pelvic fractures Acetabular surgery Damage may lead to: Gluteal muscle ischemia Origin Arterial Pathway Abdominal aorta divides at […]
Osteoid Osteoma
Courtesy: Dr Amr Abdelgawad, Texas Tech University, El Paso, USA Osteoid Osteoma in Children: Pathology, Imaging, and Management Overview Osteoid osteoma is a benign bone forming tumor commonly seen in children and young adults. It is characterized by a small central nidus surrounded by reactive sclerotic bone. The lesion most often affects long bones and […]
Atlas of Orthopaedic Surgical Exposures
Atlas of Orthopaedic Surgical Exposures by Christopher Jordan and Edwin Mirzabeigi It is a frequent phenomenon that the surgical landmarks that you learn from textbook drawings and figures are much different when you actually go in for the surgery. Christopher Jordan has worked on this deficiency as he heads the Surgical Anatomy Lab at Downey, […]
Elbow Ossification Centres
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