1. Provides optimal environment for fracture healing: 2. Relative stability of fracture: 3. Acts as internal fixator: 4. Plate length and Number of screws in…
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Author: Dr. Sulabh Kumar Shrestha, MS Orthopedics
He is the section editor of Orthopedics in Epomedicine. He searches for and share simpler ways to make complicated medical topics simple. He also loves writing poetry, listening and playing music.
MRCS Part A : Experience
Exam and Results Exam date: September 12, 2023 Result date: October 5, 2023 Attempt: First Background: Recently passed PG in Orthopedics and Trauma from Nepal…
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Statistics – High Yield (Cheat Sheet)
Normal distribution Non-normal distribution a. Positive skew: Longer or fatter tail on right b. Negative skew: Longer or fatter tail on left 2X2 tables Disease…
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Electrosurgery Notes
Terminologies Electrosurgery modalities Modality Electrode configuration Waveform Indications Remarks DC Electrocautery Patients with ICDs and pacemakers No current passes through patient (direct heat transference to…
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Orthopedic Examination Made Easy
Orthopedic examination is a fundamental aspect of assessing musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and disorders. This comprehensive guide aims to provide healthcare professionals, students, and practitioners with…
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Circumferential Periosteal Block (CPB)
Use: Alternative to hematoma block in reduction of distal radius and ulna fractures Advantage: Providing distance from the fracture hematoma (no theoretical risk of converting…
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SCFE : Mnemonic Approach
Approach to a limping child General points Classification Management depends on 4 factors which can be remembered using the mnemonic SCFE. Stability and Severity a.…
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Management of Skeletal Tuberculosis – Principles
Classification Stage/Type Pott’s spine (Kumar’s) Pott’s paraplegia (Tuli) Hip and Knee Hip (Shanmugasundaram) I Predestructive (Straightening, spasm, hyperemia) Negligible (Objective plantar extensor response or ankle…
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