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Evolution of Titanium Interbody Cages and Current Uses of 3D Printed Titanium in Spine Fusion Surgery
Purpose of ReviewTo summarize the history of titanium implants in spine fusion surgery and its evolution over time.
Recent FindingsTitanium...
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Emerging biologic augmentation strategies for meniscal repair: a systematic review
BackgroundMeniscal repair should be the gold standard. However, the meniscus is poorly vascularized and even an excellent meniscus repair may not...
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Diffusion-tensor magnetic resonance imaging as a non-invasive assessment of extracellular matrix remodeling in lumbar paravertebral muscles of rats with sarcopenia
BackgroundExtracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling in skeletal muscle is a significant factor in the development of sarcopenia. This study aims to...
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Effectiveness of synthetic versus autologous bone grafts in foot and ankle surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundAll orthopaedic procedures, comprising foot and ankle surgeries, seemed to show a positive trend, recently. Bone grafts are commonly...
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Safety evaluation of outpatient vs inpatient unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis
PurposeThis systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the safety of outpatient and inpatient Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty (UKA)...
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A scarce combination of arterial variants: an occipital artery originating from the internal carotid artery associated with a linguofacial trunk
The occipital artery (OA) typically originates from the external carotid artery (ECA). Variations of the ECA has been well described in the current...
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An evaluation of morphometry and dehiscence of facial canal: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
IntroductionThe facial canal (FC) is an extensive bony canal that houses the facial nerve and occupies a central position in the petrous part of...
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Proximal foundation anchor variations and their correlation with unplanned return to the operating room (UPROR) in children with EOS treated with magnetically controlled growing rods (MCGR)
IntroductionThe evolution of MCGR technique has led to modifications in the configuration of the proximal construct to decrease the incidence of...
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Psoriatic Arthritis Acceptable Symptoms State: Does Sex Make a Difference?
IntroductionThe Patient Acceptable Symptoms State (PASS) is a validated instrument that is used to assess whether a patient with psoriatic arthritis...
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Non-osteoporotic fractures are associated with increased risk of subsequent major osteoporotic fractures
SummaryWe studied the association between non-osteoporotic fractures and future major osteoporotic fractures, using UK health records....
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Retention of the posterior cruciate ligament stabilizes the medial femoral condyle during kneeling using a tibial insert with ball-in-socket medial conformity
PurposeResecting the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) increases posterior laxity and increases the flexion gap more than the extension gap in the...
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Platelet-Rich Plasma for Knee and Hip Osteoarthritis Pain: A Sco** Review
Purpose of ReviewPlatelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an emerging biological intervention for osteoarthritis (OA), yet the outcomes remain uncertain. The...
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Epiploic steal: is this concept the key to reducing colorectal anastomotic leak rates?
PurposeEnsuring optimal colonic perfusion is a critical step in every colorectal anastomosis. The aim of this study is to describe the concept of...
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Soft tissue hemangioma of the right upper extremity with intraosseous extension and secondary intravascular papillary endothelial hyperplasia
Intravascular papillary endothelial hyperplasia (IPEH), also known as Masson’s tumor, is an uncommon exuberant form of organizing thrombus that may...
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Changes in femoral anteversion after intramedullary nailing for pediatric femoral shaft fracture: a multicenter study
BackgroundThe rotational change after using a flexible intramedullary (IM) nail for femoral shaft fractures has been a concern for many surgeons....
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Surgical step recognition in laparoscopic distal gastrectomy using artificial intelligence: a proof-of-concept study
PurposeLaparoscopic distal gastrectomy (LDG) is a difficult procedure for early career surgeons. Artificial intelligence (AI)-based surgical step...
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Multimodal training protocols on unstable rather than stable surfaces better improve dynamic balance ability in older adults
BackgroundThere has been growing interest in using unstable devices in training protocols. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of two...
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Serum GM-CSF level is a predictor of treatment response to tocilizumab in rheumatoid arthritis patients: a prospective observational cohort study
BackgroundThe aim of this prospective observational cohort study was to unveil the predictors of treatment response to tocilizumab (TCZ) therapy in...