‘Z-effect’ and ‘Reverse Z-effect’ are complications relating to differential migration of screws that arise from fixation of unstable proximal femoral fractures with Proximal Femoral Nail…
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Section Editor: Dr. Sulabh Kumar Shrestha, MBBS, PGY1 Orthopedics
Pathophysiology of Acute Compartment syndrome
Definition Mubarak and Hargens (1981) defined compartment syndrome as an elevation of the interstitial pressure in a closed osseofascial compartment that results in microvascular compromise.…
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Joint pain is a common condition. This condition affects millions of people worldwide. Its causes include a variety of factors, including injury, arthritis, or wear…
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Associations of Dupuytren’s Contracture Mnemonic: DEAFEST LIAR Dupuytren’s diathesis Mnemonic: ABCDEF Severity and recurrence risk is increased in: If all 6 diathesis risk factors are…
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Mnemonic: BBCCDDE Boyd’s classification I – Bowing II – Constriction (hourlgass) III – Cyst IV – Dense (Sclerotic) V – Dysplastic fibula VI – “En-”…
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Triple deformity of knee consists of 3 components: 1. Flexion deformity at knee 2. Posterolateral subluxation of tibia 3. External rotation of tibia over femoral…
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Meniscus structure Mnemonic: CD RS McMurray test Mnemonic: The heel of the foot points towards the injured meniscus Meniscus attachments in knee Each meniscus has…
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Follow the general principles of orthopedic examination listed in the article below. Exposure Undress leaving the undergarments Surface markings: 1. 1st palpable spinous process –…
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